Gingerbread and Apple Cake
This apple cake is packed with bold gingerbread flavors and made with just nine ingredients. It's the perfect fall dessert for any occasion and can be enjoyed on its own or with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.
In the heart of apple-picking season, we couldn't resist creating an apple cake with a twist. This recipe combines the classic flavors of gingerbread with the natural sweetness of apples for a unique and delicious fall dessert. It's a simple cake to make, requiring just a few pantry staples and a handful of apples. The result is a moist, flavorful cake, perfect for satisfying your sweet cravings.
Prep time: 15 | Cook time: 35 | Serves: 8
Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/2 cup honey
- 1 egg
- 1 cup peeled and chopped apples
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, ginger, cinnamon, and cloves.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the butter, honey, and egg.
- Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix until just combined.
- Fold in the apples.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes before inverting it onto a wire rack to cool completely.
Why It Works
- Using honey as a sweetener adds a touch of natural sweetness and depth of flavor to the cake.
- The combination of ginger, cinnamon, and cloves creates a warm, aromatic spice blend that perfectly complements the apples.
- Folding the apples into the batter at the end ensures that they retain their shape and texture, adding a delightful crunch to each bite.
- Baking the cake in a greased and floured pan helps prevent sticking and ensures a clean release when inverting it onto a wire rack.