Best 8 Grandma Smiths Apple Orange Cake Recipes

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Indulge in a delightful culinary journey with Grandma Smith's Apple Orange Cake, a timeless classic that tantalizes taste buds with its burst of citrusy sweetness and comforting apple flavors. This beloved recipe, passed down through generations, offers a perfect balance of tart and sweet, making it a versatile treat for any occasion. From the classic Apple Orange Cake to its enticing variations like the Orange Pound Cake and Orange Chiffon Cake, this article presents a collection of delectable recipes that showcase the versatility of oranges and apples in baking. Embark on a nostalgic adventure as you explore these treasured recipes, each promising a unique taste experience that will leave you craving more.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

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.

GRANNY SMITH APPLE CAKE



Granny Smith Apple Cake image

Slightly modified version of a recipe in Everyday Food magazine. This cake is SO good, especially while it's still warm (or reheated). Great for breakfast. Or topped with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream. I choose Granny Smith apples for their tartness and because they hold their shape after baking. The apples come out completely soft after baking. I love the tartness of the apples mixed with the sweetness of the cake. Optional: Add 1/2 cup chopped walnuts if desired. Note: The original recipe called for 1/2c of butter, but I reduced that to 1/4 and added in 1/4 applesauce to lower the fat in the recipe. You won't even miss the extra butter at all.

Provided by Chef Itchy Monkey

Categories     Breads

Time 1h

Yield 16 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/4 cup unsalted butter (melted)
1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
1 1/4 teaspoons baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1 1/2 teaspoons ground ginger
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
3 medium granny smith apples, peeled, cored, and cut into 1-inch chunks
2 large eggs, lightly beaten

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350. Butter a 9 x 13 inch baking pan, set aside.
  • In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugars, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, ginger, and nutmeg.
  • Add the apples, butter, applesauce, and eggs; stir just till combined. Batter will be VERY chunky, mostly apples.
  • Spoon batter into pan, smooth with a spatula. Bake 40 to 45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool in pan.

GRANNY SMITH APPLE BUNDT CAKE



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We swear that the autumn leaves began to fall just as we pulled this delicious cake from the oven. This is a dense and moist Bundt cake with apples in every bite. It seems like there is too much oil, but the amount works perfectly in the recipe. We love the slight citrus flavor with the apples and fall spices. Drizzling the glaze...

Provided by Debbie W

Categories     Fruit Desserts

Time 1h45m

Number Of Ingredients 17

2 c sugar
3 eggs
2 c vegetable oil
1 orange (squeeze juice save peel for zest)
3 c all-purpose flour
1 tsp baking soda
1/4 tsp salt
1 1/2 Tbsp cinnamon
2 tsp pure vanilla extract
1 tsp nutmeg
3 large Granny Smith apples, peeled and cored and cubed in small pieces
1 c chopped pecans
GLAZE
1 c powdered sugar
1 tsp orange zest
1 dash(es) orange extract (optional)
1 Tbsp milk (depending on how thick you want your glaze)

Steps:

  • 1. Prepare Bundt pan (butter and flour or Baker's Joy) and preheat oven to 325 degrees.
  • 2. Beat together sugar, eggs, oil, vanilla, and orange juice. Mix until smooth.
  • 3. Then slowly add the flour, salt, baking soda, cinnamon, and nutmeg mixing as you go.
  • 4. Fold in apples and pecans. The batter will be very thick and dense.
  • 5. Spoon batter into prepared pan evenly.
  • 6. Bake in preheated oven for 1 hour and 15 minutes or until a tester comes clean. Allow cake to sit in the pan for 10-15 minutes and then turn onto a cake plate. Allow to cool completely.
  • 7. Mix glaze to desired consistency.
  • 8. Drizzle the cake with the glaze and enjoy!

GRANDMA SMITH'S APPLE ORANGE CAKE



Grandma Smith's Apple Orange Cake image

My Grandmother loved baking and everytime I make this cake i can see her grating up the fruit for the frosting. I tried using a food processor but it doesn't seem to work as good to me. Everywhere I take this cake (Usually around the holidays), everyone begs for the recipe. They are always shocked to know that its a cake mix...

Provided by Robin Jones

Categories     Cakes

Time 1h10m

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 box yellow cake mix (any brand)
2 red delicious apples
2 navel oranges or 1 if they are big and juicy
2 c granulated sugar

Steps:

  • 1. Grease two cake round cake pans 8 inch or 9 inch. Set aside.
  • 2. Preheat oven 350
  • 3. Cook cake mix according to directions.
  • 4. Let cool in pan for about 10 minutes then take out of pan and cool on a cooling rack.
  • 5. While cake is cooling, take apples and grate them by hand on a grater. Grate skin and everything except apple core and seeds.
  • 6. Grate naval oranges skin and inside of orange also. Note: If apples are small only use one naval orange. Try to get a balance of half orange flavor and half apple flavor.
  • 7. Add two cups of sugar to the grated apples and oranges. Stir and let set so sugar will melt in mixture somewhat. After cake is completely cooled spread some of frosting on top of bottom later. Add top layer of cake and try to go up the sides of cake first and then put remainder frosting on top and spread evenly. Sometimes if your fruit is real juicy your frosting will be used as a frosting that can be slowly poured on top and drip along the edges. Either wayt he cake is moist, and delicious and guaranteed to be a big hit where ever you take it.

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 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

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 ORANGE CAKE



Grandma's Orange Cake image

Just found this recipe in my old recipe file. Grandma use to make this simple recipe to serve with tea in the afternoon. Only things on the old yellowed page are the ingredients, no directions, so I'm taking some liberty here. Think of it as an adventure . . . this is how our grandmothers use to cook!

Provided by Galley Wench

Categories     Breads

Time 45m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup sugar
1/2 cup butter (softened)
2 eggs
1 cup sour milk
2 cups flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 cup raisins
1 orange (cleaned, quartered and seeded)
1/4 cup orange juice
1/2 cup sugar

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350.
  • Grease and flour 8" square pan.
  • Sift together flour and baking soda (set aside).
  • In food processor grind orange and raisins (her recipe says grind the orange and raisins).
  • In separate bowl cream butter and sugar.
  • Beat in eggs.
  • Stir in Sour Milk.
  • Add orange/raisin mixture.
  • Stir in flour mixture.
  • (Depending on the amount of juice in the orange you may have to adjust the flour slightly to get the right batter consistency).
  • Pour into pan and bake for 30 minutes or until done (suggest checking after 25 minutes as grandma did not specify boking time).
  • While cake bakes dissolve 1/4 cup orange juice with 1/2 cup sugar (either on stove or in microwave).
  • Pour juice mixture over cake while hot (you may want to poke small holes in the cake).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 462.6, Fat 14.2, SaturatedFat 8.3, Cholesterol 86.4, Sodium 271.4, Carbohydrate 79.9, Fiber 1.9, Sugar 52.2, Protein 6.7

Tips:

  • Mise en place: Before you start baking, make sure you have all the necessary ingredients and equipment ready. This will help ensure the baking process goes smoothly.
  • Use fresh ingredients: Fresh fruits and vegetables will give your cake the best flavor. If you can, use organic ingredients whenever possible.
  • Don't overmix the batter: Overmixing can make the cake tough. Mix just until the ingredients are combined.
  • Bake the cake at the right temperature: The temperature of the oven will vary depending on the recipe. Make sure you follow the recipe's instructions carefully.
  • Let the cake cool completely before frosting: This will help prevent the frosting from melting.
  • Decorate the cake as desired: You can use a variety of toppings to decorate your cake, such as frosting, sprinkles, or fresh fruit.

Conclusion:

Grandma Smith's apple orange cake is a delicious and easy-to-make dessert that is perfect for any occasion. With its moist and flavorful cake and sweet and tangy frosting, this cake is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you're looking for a special dessert to make, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!

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