Cinnamon Sugar Apple Cake (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ For the Cake
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190g all-purpose flour
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1 teaspoon baking soda
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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1 and 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
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115g unsalted butter, melted
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150g packed light or dark brown sugar
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1 large egg
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1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
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120ml sour cream or plain Greek yogurt
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1 and 1/2 cups peeled, cored, and chopped apples (about 2 medium apples)
→ For the Topping
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2 tablespoons granulated sugar
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1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
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1 tablespoon unsalted butter, melted
# Instructions:
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Preheat the oven to 177°C. Grease a 9-inch square baking pan or line it with parchment paper.
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In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
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In a large bowl, whisk the melted butter and brown sugar together until smooth. Add the egg, vanilla extract, and sour cream; whisk until fully combined.
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Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and stir until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
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Fold in the chopped apples gently.
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Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top for even baking.
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Mix the topping ingredients (granulated sugar, ground cinnamon, and melted butter) in a small bowl and sprinkle evenly over the batter.
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Bake for 35–40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
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Let the cake cool in the pan before slicing and serving.
# Notes:
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Best enjoyed the day it’s made, but leftovers stay moist for up to 3 days at room temperature.
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Can be made with a mix of apple varieties for extra flavor.
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Try serving with vanilla ice cream or a drizzle of caramel sauce.