Best 13 Grandma Annas Apple Cake Recipes

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Indulge in the nostalgic flavors of Grandma Anna's Apple Cake, a classic dessert that captures the essence of home-baked goodness. With its tender crumb, sweet and tangy apple filling, and irresistible streusel topping, this cake is a true delight for apple lovers. Whether you're a seasoned baker or just starting out, this recipe is easy to follow and promises a delicious outcome.

This article offers a collection of delectable apple cake recipes, each with its unique twist. From the classic and comforting Grandma Anna's Apple Cake to the modern and elegant Apple Crumb Cake, these recipes cater to diverse tastes and preferences. Whether you prefer a simple and straightforward cake or one adorned with a luscious caramel sauce, you'll find a recipe that suits your cravings.

So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and embark on a delightful baking journey. Create memories with Grandma Anna's Apple Cake, impress your friends with the sophisticated Apple Crumb Cake, or explore the variations of Apple Cake with Caramel Sauce and Apple Cake with Streusel Topping. Each recipe promises a distinct flavor profile that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you yearning for more.

Here are our top 13 tried and tested recipes!

GRANDMA'S FRESH APPLE CAKE



Grandma's Fresh Apple Cake image

A wonderful loaf cake that is chock full of apples. It also contains raisins and nuts.

Provided by Steve Dale

Categories     Desserts     Fruit Dessert Recipes     Apple Dessert Recipes

Time 1h25m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
½ teaspoon salt
1 cup white sugar
1 egg
¼ cup vegetable oil
2 cups peeled and chopped apple
½ cup chopped walnuts
½ cup raisins

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour a fluted tube pan (such as Bundt®).
  • Sift flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt together in a bowl. Set aside.
  • Mix sugar, egg, and oil together in another bowl. Stir in the flour mixture just until combined; fold in apple, walnuts, and raisins.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted into the cake comes out clean, about 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 212.6 calories, Carbohydrate 33.8 g, Cholesterol 15.5 mg, Fat 8.3 g, Fiber 1.5 g, Protein 2.6 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 208.9 mg, Sugar 23 g

OMA'S APFELKUCHEN (GRANDMA'S APPLE CAKE)



Oma's Apfelkuchen (Grandma's Apple Cake) image

My husband's German family calls this Oma's apfelkuchen, which translates to "Grandma's apple cake." They've been sharing the recipe for more than 150 years. I use Granny Smith apples, but any variety works. -Amy Kirchen, Loveland, Ohio

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h5m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

5 large egg yolks
2 medium tart apples, peeled, cored and halved
1 cup plus 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
1-1/4 cups sugar
2 cups all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons cornstarch
2 teaspoons cream of tartar
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup 2% milk
Confectioners' sugar

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Let egg yolks stand at room temperature for 30 minutes. Starting 1/2 in. from 1 end, cut apple halves lengthwise into 1/4-in. slices, leaving them attached at the top so they fan out slightly. Set aside., Cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Add egg yolks, 1 at a time, beating well after each addition. In another bowl, sift flour, cornstarch, cream of tartar, baking powder and salt twice. Gradually beat into creamed mixture. Add milk; mix well (batter will be thick)., Spread batter into a greased 9-in. springform pan wrapped in a sheet of heavy-duty foil. Gently press apples, round side up, into batter. Bake until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with moist crumbs, 45-55 minutes. Cool on a wire rack 10 minutes. Loosen sides from pan with a knife; remove foil. Cool 1 hour longer. Remove rim from pan. Dust with confectioners' sugar.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 422 calories, Fat 23g fat (14g saturated fat), Cholesterol 148mg cholesterol, Sodium 177mg sodium, Carbohydrate 50g carbohydrate (28g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

GRANDMA'S APPLE CAKE



Grandma's Apple Cake image

My grandma's apple cake recipe is perfect for fall gatherings. With lightly spiced apples and a sweet glaze, each slice is comforting. -Zainab Storms, A Classic Twist

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h25m

Yield 20 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

3 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
1-1/2 cups vegetable or canola oil
2 cups sugar
3 large eggs, room temperature
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
3 medium apples, peeled and thinly sliced
1 cup chopped walnuts, toasted
1 cup confectioners' sugar
2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 300°. Line bottom of a 10-in. springform pan or a 13x9-in. baking pan with parchment; grease parchment. In a bowl, whisk together flour and next 5 ingredients. In a large bowl, beat oil, sugar and eggs until pale and slightly thick, about 2 minutes. Beat in vanilla and lemon juice. Add dry ingredients; stir just until moistened. Fold in apples and walnuts (batter will be thick). , Transfer to prepared pan. Bake until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean, 55- 60 minutes. Cool cake in pan on rack. , For glaze, mix confectioners' sugar and lemon juice; drizzle over cake.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 378 calories, Fat 22g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 28mg cholesterol, Sodium 170mg sodium, Carbohydrate 44g carbohydrate (28g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

GRAN'S APPLE CAKE



Gran's Apple Cake image

My grandmother occasionally brought over this wonderful cake warm from the oven. The spicy apple flavor combined with the sweet cream cheese frosting made this recipe one that we treasured. Even though I've lightened it up, it's still a family favorite. -Lauris Conrad, Turlock, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 55m

Yield 24 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 16

1-2/3 cups sugar
2 large eggs, room temperature
1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce
2 tablespoons canola oil
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking soda
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
3/4 teaspoon salt
6 cups chopped peeled tart apples
1/2 cup chopped pecans
FROSTING:
4 ounces reduced-fat cream cheese
2 tablespoons butter, softened
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup confectioners' sugar

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Coat a 13x9-in. baking pan with cooking spray., In a large bowl, beat sugar, eggs, applesauce, oil and vanilla until well blended. In another bowl, whisk flour, baking soda, cinnamon and salt; gradually beat into sugar mixture. Fold in apples and pecans., Transfer to prepared pan. Bake 35-40 minutes or until top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool completely in pan on a wire rack., In a small bowl, beat cream cheese, butter and vanilla until smooth. Gradually beat in confectioners' sugar (mixture will be soft). Spread over cake. Refrigerate leftovers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 181 calories, Fat 5g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 21mg cholesterol, Sodium 213mg sodium, Carbohydrate 32g carbohydrate (22g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

GRANDMA ANNA'S APPLE CAKE



Grandma Anna's Apple Cake image

It's Apple Season, here in Wisconsin! This recipe came from my wife's Grandma & is VERY GOOD...especially when served warm along with a good cup of coffee!

Provided by Ackman

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h20m

Yield 1 pan, 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 cup shortening (I use plain CRISCO)
1/2 cup light brown sugar
1 cup white sugar
2 eggs
2 1/2 cups flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1 pinch nutmeg (optional)
1 cup sour milk (I use buttermilk)
2 cups apples, peeled, cored & diced (Cortland or McIntosh)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°.
  • Lightly grease or spray a 9 X 9 cake pan.
  • In a medium bowl, cream the shortening sugars & eggs together.
  • In another bowl, sift together the dry ingredients.
  • Add to the creamed ingredients, alternately with the sour milk.
  • Beat on medium-high until smooth.
  • Fold in the diced apples.
  • Pour into greased pan.
  • TOPPING:.
  • Mix together 1 teaspoons cinnamon, ½ cup white sugar & ¼ cup light brown sugar. Spinkle evenly over top of cake.
  • Bake for 1 hour or until a toothpick, inserted in the center comes out clean.
  • ENJOY!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 761.3, Fat 37.7, SaturatedFat 9.9, Cholesterol 74.6, Sodium 706.2, Carbohydrate 99.1, Fiber 2.6, Sugar 57.7, Protein 8.9

GRANDMA'S STYLE APPLE CAKE WITH VANILLA SAUCE



Grandma's Style Apple Cake with Vanilla Sauce image

Provided by Marcus Samuelsson

Time 1h10m

Number Of Ingredients 14

4 apples
1 teaspoon cinnamon, plus 1 tablespoon cinnamon
1 tablespoon sugar
1/3 cup butter
1/2 cup sugar, plus 1 tablespoon
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1 egg
1/2 cup milk
1 cup flour
1/2 tablespoon baking powder
1 vanilla bean
2 cups milk scalded
6 yolks
1/2 cup sugar

Steps:

  • Peel the apples and cut into thin slices. Toss slices in a bowl with 1 tablespoon of cinnamon and 1 tablespoon of sugar. Melt butter. Brush mold with butter. Cool the remaining butter to room temperature and add 1/2 cup of sugar and brown sugar. Whisk butter and sugars until fluffy. Add egg with milk and whisk. Stir in flour, baking powder and remaining 1 teaspoon cinnamon. Pour into the mold. Put the sliced apples on top and bake in a preheated 350-degree oven for 40 minutes.;
  • Scrape the vanilla bean into scalded milk. Whisk yolks and sugar. Add a little hot milk to the yolk and sugar mixture. Pour back into the hot milk. Stir continuously with a wooden spoon over a low heat until it starts to thicken. Make sure it does not boil. Strain and let cool down.

GRANDMA'S APPLE CAKE



Grandma's Apple Cake image

This is a favorite of my late grandma's recipes. She passed away a year ago October 27 and I am just now able to look at her cookbooks and make what I call my memory food. This is a very simple cake and is delicious iced or not. Enjoy!

Provided by maryL in Canada

Categories     Dessert

Time 50m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/4 cup margarine or 1/4 cup butter
1 cup white sugar
1 egg
1 cup flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 cups thinly sliced apples
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon

Steps:

  • Cream together first 3 ingredients.
  • Combine next 4 ingredients and add to creamed mixture.
  • Mix until blended and add apples and cinnamon.
  • Put into greased 8" pan.
  • Bake at 350 degrees for about 40 minutes.

GRANDMA'S FRESH APPLE CAKE



Grandma's Fresh Apple Cake image

Moist cinnamon cake enfolding sliced fresh apples makes a delicious dessert or wholesome snack cake. This recipe came from my mother, Ann. I have cut the sugar down to 1 cup, as most modern apples are sweet enough to not need the original 2 cups called for. I like to replace 1 cup of all purpose flour with 1 cup whole wheat flour.

Provided by cathyfood

Categories     Fruit

Time 1h

Yield 1 cake, 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup sugar
4 cups sliced apples
2 cups all purpose flour
1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
1 teaspoon table salt
2 teaspoons cinnamon
2 beaten eggs
3/4 cup vegetable oil
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1/2 cup walnuts, coarsely broken

Steps:

  • Sprinkle sugar over apples in your largest mixing bowl. Sift dry ingredients together twice, then add to apples. Add remaining ingredients, and stir until well mixed. Batter will be very thick.
  • Spread into a greased 9" X 13" cake pan or pyrex dish.
  • Bake at 350 degrees F for 30 to 45 minutes, until cake springs bakc when touched lightly, and apples are tender when pierced with a skewer.
  • Cool and serve. Cover leftovers tightly with foil to retain moisture.

GRANDMA'S APPLE CAKE



Grandma's Apple Cake image

This was a massive hit when i was growing up. My grandma would make this weekly and as visitors called she would have orders to make her guests a cake for the following week. She served it with custard, vanilla ice cream or fresh cream and all were equally delicious! This was a great cake to eat during the winter served hot with custard. I have now started to add a handful of flaked almonds, sprinkled on top of the cake (just before it goes in the oven) The addition of the flaked almonds, seems to be an even bigger hit! Enjoy!

Provided by Wakey lass Lisa

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 ounces butter
6 ounces caster sugar
1 orange rind, grated
8 ounces self raising flour
1 lb cooking apple, peeled cored and cubed
2 eggs, beaten
2 tablespoons milk
1 ounce candied peel, chopped
1 tablespoon granulated sugar
1 handful sliced almonds (optional)

Steps:

  • Grease and flour a 9 inch cake tin.
  • Cream butter and orange rind, caster sugar and beat until light and creamy.
  • Mix 1 tablespoonful of the flour with apples in a dish.
  • Put eggs, milk in bowl with creamed butted.
  • Add remaining flour, peel and apples to the creamed mixture; blend well with a metal spoon.
  • Turn into prepared tin, sprinkle with granulated sugar.
  • Cook at 350°F/Gas 4, for 40-50 minutes until golden brown.
  • Serve cold as a cake or hot as a pudding with custard, cream or ice cream.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 446.7, Fat 13.8, SaturatedFat 8, Cholesterol 93.2, Sodium 133.9, Carbohydrate 75.7, Fiber 3, Sugar 42.2, Protein 6.7

GRANDMA KATIE'S APPLE CAKE



Grandma Katie's Apple Cake image

My Grandma Katie used to make this cake all the time for her kids and then us - the grandkids! It is delicious! I am not a fan of walnuts so I usually leave them out or use a lesser quantity. I also like to add raisins and use almond extract (my fave) instead of vanilla extract. It is definitely an easy recipe to make and the little effort goes a long way in taste!

Provided by Mom2Rose

Categories     Dessert

Time 50m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 1/4 cups vegetable oil
1/4 cup milk
2 cups sugar
2 eggs, beaten
2 teaspoons vanilla
1 teaspoon salt
3 cups flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
3 cups apples, peeled and diced
1 cup walnuts, crushed
powdered sugar

Steps:

  • Mix all ingredients together in a large bowl.
  • Place in an ungreased 13x9 pan.
  • Bake at 350 for 45 minutes to an hour (test with a toothpick for doneness).
  • Sprinkle with powdered sugar while still warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 540.7, Fat 30.4, SaturatedFat 4, Cholesterol 31.7, Sodium 314.5, Carbohydrate 63.2, Fiber 2.2, Sugar 37, Protein 6

GRANDMA'S FRESH APPLE CAKE



Grandma's Fresh Apple Cake image

This recipe is a family favorite, we even serve it for birthdays, just add a dusting of powdered sugar! My Grandmother Marguerite L.C. Seelhorst made this every time we came to visit. It is easy to make, and feeds a large gathering.

Provided by Donna Lundeen

Categories     Cakes

Time 1h35m

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 c chopped apples, granny smith, or your favorite baking apple.
1 c chopped nuts, either walnuts or pecans. may be omitted.
1 c vegetable shortening, or half butter and half shortening.
3 c sugar
3 eggs
DRY INGREDIENTS
2 1/2 c all purpose flour
2 tsp baking powder
1 tsp baking soda
1/2 tsp salt

Steps:

  • 1. Grease and flour a 9 X 12 X 3 pan and set aside.
  • 2. Peel and chop apples. You may add 1 tsp. of lemon juice to the apples to prevent browning. Chop nuts. Set aside.
  • 3. Cream together the shortening and sugar. Add the eggs and combine.
  • 4. In a large bowl sift together the flour, baking powder, soda and salt.
  • 5. Add the dry ingredients to the creamed mixture a little at a time. Fold in the 3 cups of apples and the chopped nuts. The batter will be STIFF!
  • 6. Place in the greased and floured pan. You will need to use a spoon or your hands to push the batter evenly into the pan. Don't worry, it will come out beautifully even though it looks lumpy!
  • 7. Bake for 1 hour at 350 degrees. Cake is done when it is nicely browned and a toothpick inserted in the center of the cake comes out clean.
  • 8. Allow to cool on a rack. This cake is delicious served warm with ice cream! Let it cool a bit first though. It also travels well, allow it to cool completely.

GRANDMOTHER'S APPLE CAKE



Grandmother's Apple Cake image

Provided by Alexandra Leaf

Categories     Cake     Fruit     Dessert     Bake     Thanksgiving     Apple     Fall     Kidney Friendly     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Makes 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 tablespoons unsalted imported or organic butter
2 large Golden Delicious, Jonagold, or other baking apple, peeled, cored, and coarsely chopped
1 1/2 tablespoons Calvados (apple brandy)
1 1/4 cups sugar
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
2/3 cup plain yogurt
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 cup vegetable oil
3 large eggs

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F.
  • Generously grease an 8-inch round cake pan (no need to grease if pan is nonstick).
  • Melt the butter in a medium skillet over medium-high heat. Sauté the apples, tossing occasionally, until golden brown, 5 to 7 minutes. Stir in the Calvados, 1 tablespoon of the sugar, and the cinnamon. Set aside until needed.
  • Whisk together the yogurt and the remaining sugar in a large bowl, until very smooth, about 2 minutes. Combine the flour and baking soda, then add the oil and eggs, whisking well after each addition. Stir the apple pieces into the batter.
  • Pour the batter into the prepared pan, spreading it evenly. Set on a sturdy baking sheet and bake for 45 to 55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Allow to cool on a wire rack.
  • Note: The cake is best made several hours before serving, or better yet, the night before.

GRANDMA'S FRESH COUNTRY APPLE CAKE



Grandma's Fresh Country Apple Cake image

Yum! Melissa's apple cake recipe has simple ingredients and doesn't require any fancy equipment. We love those types of old-fashioned recipes. This cake uses shredded apples that add a lot of moisture to the cake. Full of cinnamon flavor, it's dense and tender at the same time. Pecans add a nice crunch, but if you don't love nuts...

Provided by Melissa LE

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h15m

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 c peeled and shredded apples (any kind sweet or tart depending on your taste) I leave the skin on my apples
2 c sugar
2 c all-purpose flour
1 1/2 tsp baking soda
3 tsp cinnamon
1 tsp salt
2 eggs
3/4 c oil
1c pecans chopped (optional)
(options) powder sugar to sprinkle on top, caramel to drizzle, ice cream, Cool Whip

Steps:

  • 1. Stir shredded apples and sugar in a large bowl.
  • 2. Add dry ingredients (flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt).
  • 3. Stir in the egg mixed with the oil into a measuring cup.
  • 4. Pour into the dry ingredients.
  • 5. Mix until thoroughly moist (do not overmix).
  • 6. Stir in nuts.
  • 7. Pour into a 9X13 pan sprayed with butter flavor no-stick spray.
  • 8. Bake at 350 for 50 minutes.
  • 9. It springs when pressed when done.
  • 10. Options for topping: Sprinkle with powdered sugar. Drizzle with caramel. Serve with Cool Whip. Serve ala mode with vanilla ice cream.

Tips:

  • Use fresh, ripe apples for the best flavor.
  • Peel and core the apples before slicing them.
  • Slice the apples thinly, so they cook evenly.
  • Sprinkle the apples with lemon juice to prevent them from browning.
  • Use a 9x13 inch baking pan for this recipe.
  • Grease and flour the baking pan before adding the batter.
  • Bake the cake at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for about 45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  • Let the cake cool completely before serving.

Conclusion:

Grandma Anna's Apple Cake is a delicious and easy-to-make dessert that is perfect for any occasion. With its simple ingredients and classic flavor, this cake is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you're looking for a sweet treat, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!

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