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A slices of warm apple spice cake topped with a generous swirl of rich brown sugar icing, showcasing a moist crumb speckled with cinnamon and apple pieces, garnished with a light dusting of powdered sugar on a rustic wooden platter with a cup of coffee in the background.

Sweet & Simple Apple Spice Cake with Brown Sugar Icing: Your New Fall Favorite!

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Celebrate the flavors of fall with this moist and spiced Apple Spice Cake topped with rich Brown Sugar Icing. Perfect for holiday gatherings, cozy nights, or any autumn occasion, this easy-to-make dessert combines fragrant cinnamon, nutmeg, and fresh apples for a truly seasonal treat.

  • Total Time: 50-55 minutes
  • Yield: 8 slices

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
  • ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • ¼ teaspoon ground cloves
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • ½ cup brown sugar
  • ½ cup vegetable oil
  • 3 large eggs
  • 2 cups chopped fresh apples (Fuji or Gala)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9-inch round cake pan or line with parchment paper.
  2. Whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves in a large bowl.
  3. In a separate bowl, beat together granulated sugar, brown sugar, and vegetable oil until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well. Stir in vanilla extract.
  4. Gradually combine dry ingredients with wet mixture, stirring gently until just incorporated. Fold in chopped apples carefully.
  5. Pour batter into the prepared cake pan. Bake for 35-40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Let cool completely.
  6. Prepare the Brown Sugar Icing by heating butter and brown sugar in a saucepan until it reaches a gentle boil, stirring constantly. Cool slightly before spreading over cooled cake.

Notes

  • Ensure the cake is completely cool before applying the icing to prevent melting.
  • You can substitute tart apples like Granny Smith for a tangier flavor.
  • Adjust baking time slightly if using a different size or type of pan.
  • Author: Serena Miller
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35-40 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Contains Eggs

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 320 Kcal
  • Sugar: 25g
  • Sodium: 210mg
  • Fat: 14g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 47g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 5g
  • Cholesterol: 55mg