Best 6 Apple Sheet Cake Recipes

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Indulge in the irresistible charm of apple sheet cake, a classic dessert that has captivated taste buds for generations. This delectable treat combines the comforting flavors of apples, cinnamon, and nutmeg with a moist and tender crumb, making it a perfect companion for cozy gatherings or special occasions. With its simple ingredients and straightforward preparation, apple sheet cake is a delightful treat that home bakers of all skill levels can master. Embark on a culinary adventure with our carefully curated collection of apple sheet cake recipes, each offering a unique twist on this timeless classic. From the traditional apple sheet cake, bursting with juicy apple chunks and a golden brown crust, to variations that incorporate delightful additions like caramel sauce, cream cheese frosting, or a streusel topping, our recipes cater to every palate. Prepare to tantalize your taste buds and create memories that will last a lifetime with every slice of this irresistible apple sheet cake.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

EASY GERMAN APPLE SHEET CAKE



Easy German Apple Sheet Cake image

This quick and easy apple sheet cake recipe is from Germany where these types of cakes are very popular. Perfect for serving a crowd!

Provided by sophie

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     German

Time 50m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 tablespoon butter
14 tablespoons unsalted butter, at room temperature
1 cup white sugar
3 cups all-purpose flour
4 teaspoons baking powder
lemon, zested and juiced
1 pinch salt
3 eggs, beaten
3 ¼ pounds apples - peeled, cored, and thinly sliced
2 tablespoons raisins

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Grease a large, 12x18-inch rimmed baking sheet with 1 tablespoon butter.
  • Combine 14 tablespoons butter and sugar in a large bowl; beat with an electric mixer until smooth and creamy.
  • Mix flour, baking powder, lemon zest, and salt in a bowl. Alternate adding flour mixture and eggs to the creamed butter mixture. Spread batter onto the prepared baking sheet; dough is very sticky, so use a spatula to spread it onto the tray. Distribute sliced apples evenly on top and drizzle with lemon juice. Sprinkle with raisins.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until set and lightly browned, about 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 196.5 calories, Carbohydrate 30.2 g, Cholesterol 39.5 mg, Fat 8 g, Fiber 2.1 g, Protein 2.6 g, SaturatedFat 4.8 g, Sodium 100.9 mg, Sugar 15.3 g

APPLE AND WALNUT SHEET CAKE WITH CARAMEL SAUCE



Apple and Walnut Sheet Cake with Caramel Sauce image

Categories     Cake     Mixer     Fruit     Nut     Dessert     Bake     Thanksgiving     Kid-Friendly     Back to School     Rosh Hashanah/Yom Kippur     Apple     Walnut     Fall     Winter     Party     Bon Appétit     Kidney Friendly     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Peanut Free     Soy Free     Kosher     Small Plates

Yield Makes 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 cups sugar
1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons (1 1/4 sticks) unsalted butter, room temperature
2 large eggs
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2 cups all purpose flour
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 pounds Golden Delicious apples, peeled, cored, coarsely grated
1 cup walnuts, toasted, chopped
Purchased caramel sauce, heated

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F. Butter and flour 13x9x2-inch metal baking pan. Using electric mixer, beat sugar, butter, eggs, and vanilla extract in large bowl until smooth. Add flour, cinnamon, baking soda, baking powder, and salt and beat just until blended. Stir in apples, then walnuts. Transfer batter to prepared pan.
  • Bake cake until top browns and tester inserted into center comes out clean, about 55 minutes. Cool in pan.
  • Cut cake into squares and serve with warm caramel sauce.

GERMAN APPLE SHEET CAKE



German Apple Sheet Cake image

This is my grandma's recipe for a super-easy apple cake. We had an apple tree, and this was a great way to use them.

Provided by jenniferb

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     German

Time 1h

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 ½ pounds apples - peeled, cored, and sliced
1 lemon, juiced
1 ⅛ cups unsalted butter
1 ¼ cups white sugar
1 tablespoon vanilla sugar
5 eggs
2 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon baking powder
1 pinch salt

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C). Grease a deep baking pan with butter or line with parchment paper.
  • Toss apple slices with lemon juice in a bowl and set aside.
  • Combine butter, sugar, and vanilla sugar in a large bowl and beat using an electric blender until pale and fluffy. Add eggs, one at a time, and mix well after each addition. Combine flour, baking powder, and salt together in a separate bowl and mix on low speed. Fold apple slices into the batter.
  • Spread batter into the prepared baking pan and smooth the top.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, about 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 458.4 calories, Carbohydrate 68.6 g, Cholesterol 114 mg, Fat 19.7 g, Fiber 5.3 g, Protein 6 g, SaturatedFat 11.6 g, Sodium 127.4 mg, Sugar 38.7 g

MOIST GERMAN SHEET PAN APPLE CAKE



Moist German Sheet Pan Apple Cake image

This apple sheet cake has 3 layers - a pastry layer, an applesauce layer, and a streusel layer, so you need a deep sheet pan. It is to die for.

Provided by manuela

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     German

Time 1h25m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 18

¾ cup white sugar
2 tablespoons white sugar
¼ cup unsalted butter
2 teaspoons vanilla sugar
5 eggs
½ lemon, zested and juiced
2 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
3 teaspoons baking powder
2 pounds apples - peeled, cored, and thinly sliced
3 teaspoons cinnamon sugar
2 ½ cups applesauce
1 cup all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
½ cup unsalted butter, cut into cubes
½ cup white sugar
2 tablespoons white sugar
1 cup almond meal
2 teaspoons vanilla sugar

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Combine 3/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons sugar, 1/4 cup butter, and 2 teaspoons vanilla sugar in a large bowl; beat with an electric mixer until smooth and creamy. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in lemon zest with the last egg.
  • Combine 2 3/4 cups flour and baking powder. Sift over butter mixture and quickly beat into batter with the electric mixer running on low speed.
  • Combine apple slices, lemon juice, and cinnamon sugar in a bowl and fold into batter. Spread batter onto the prepared baking sheet. Spoon applesauce onto batter and spread out evenly.
  • Combine 1 cup plus 2 tablespoons flour, 1/2 cup cubed butter, 1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons sugar, almond meal, and 2 teaspoons vanilla sugar in a bowl and mix into streusel. Sprinkle streusel over applesauce.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until streusel is lightly browned and cake is set, about 40 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 242.9 calories, Carbohydrate 39.1 g, Cholesterol 54 mg, Fat 7.9 g, Fiber 1.9 g, Protein 5.5 g, SaturatedFat 4.1 g, Sodium 78 mg, Sugar 19.1 g

GOOEY APPLE SHEET CAKE



Gooey Apple Sheet Cake image

One of the best apple cakes around. It is very moist, keeps well, and has the 'icing' baked on. The topping is like a thin layer of cheesecake and is good when baked on a carrot cake too.

Provided by Carol

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h

Yield 1 13x9 cake, 20 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 cups flour
2 cups sugar
1 cup butter
2 eggs
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 cup buttermilk
1 cup shredded apple (generous)
1 teaspoon cinnamon
3/4 cup raisins
1/2 cup pecans, toasted & chopped
3 cups powdered sugar
8 ounces cream cheese
2 eggs
1/4 cup oatmeal

Steps:

  • Melt butter, stir in sugar and eggs.
  • Add flour and baking soda alternately with buttermilk, mixing well.
  • Fold in apples, raisins, and pecans.
  • Spread batter into well greased (or sprayed) 13 x 9 baking pan.
  • Topping: Mix and put on cake BEFORE baking.
  • Bake in a 350º oven for 45 minutes.

APPLE SHEET CAKE



Apple Sheet Cake image

This sheet cake is a favorite on cold winter nights. It's moist and flavorful but definitely not low-calories!

Provided by Barbara

Categories     Desserts     Pies     Slab Pie Recipes

Time 1h

Yield 25

Number Of Ingredients 14

3 cups all-purpose flour
1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
½ cup shortening
1 cup milk
3 pounds apples - peeled, cored and sliced
1 cup white sugar
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
½ cup butter
2 ½ cups confectioners' sugar
3 tablespoons milk
⅓ cup butter, softened
½ teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). In a large bowl, combine 3 cups flour, baking powder and salt. Cut in shortening to the consistency of coarse crumbs. Stir in 1 cup cold milk slowly until completely blended. Separate dough into two balls. Roll out one ball of dough to fit a 15 x 10 inch pan with some dough extending over the edge of the pan.
  • In a large bowl, combine sliced apples, sugar, cinnamon and 2 tablespoons flour. Place filling in an even layer over prepared crust. Thinly slice 1/2 cup butter and evenly distribute over the apples. Roll out the remaining dough and place over the apple filling. Seal edges and prick the top all over with a fork.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes. Cool 5 minutes before frosting.
  • To make the frosting: In a small bowl, combine confectioners' sugar, 3 tablespoons milk, 1/3 cup butter and vanilla extract. Beat until smooth and creamy.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 259.7 calories, Carbohydrate 40.1 g, Cholesterol 17.2 mg, Fat 10.7 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 2.2 g, SaturatedFat 5.1 g, Sodium 163.9 mg, Sugar 26 g

Tips:

  • Ensure Proper Measurements: For accurate results, use a kitchen scale to measure ingredients, especially flour, sugar, and butter. Measuring cups can lead to inconsistencies.
  • Choose the Right Apples: Opt for firm, tart apples like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp. Avoid soft or overly ripe apples, as they tend to break down during baking.
  • Don't Overmix the Batter: Overmixing can result in a tough, dense cake. Mix just until the ingredients are well combined.
  • Use Room Temperature Ingredients: This ensures that the butter and eggs are evenly incorporated into the batter, leading to a smooth and consistent texture.
  • Don't Overbake the Cake: Keep a close eye on the baking time. Overbaking can dry out the cake and make it crumbly.
  • Let the Cake Cool Completely: Allow the cake to cool completely before frosting or serving. This helps the cake to set properly and prevents the frosting from melting or becoming runny.

Conclusion:

The apple sheet cake recipe presented in this article offers a delectable treat that combines the flavors of sweet apples, warm spices, and a moist, tender crumb. With its ease of preparation and versatility in customizing toppings and flavors, this cake is a perfect choice for various occasions. Whether you prefer a classic apple cinnamon combination or want to explore variations with nuts, caramel, or cream cheese frosting, this adaptable recipe has something for everyone. So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and embark on a delightful baking journey that will fill your kitchen with the irresistible aroma of freshly baked apple sheet cake. Happy baking and enjoy every delicious bite!

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