Best 10 Moist Apple Cake Recipes

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Indulge your taste buds with our collection of moist apple cake recipes, a symphony of flavors perfect for any occasion. From classic to contemporary, these culinary creations are sure to impress. Dive into the timeless charm of our traditional apple cake, featuring a tender crumb, juicy apple chunks, and a delightful hint of cinnamon. Experience the symphony of autumn flavors in our maple apple cake, where the sweetness of maple syrup blends harmoniously with the tangy tartness of apples. For a sophisticated twist, try our caramel apple upside-down cake, a delightful interplay of textures with a rich caramel sauce and caramelized apples. Craving a healthier option? Our gluten-free apple cake offers a delectable treat without compromising taste or texture. And for those with a sweet tooth, our apple cake with cream cheese frosting is an irresistible indulgence, marrying the moist cake with a creamy, tangy topping.

Here are our top 10 tried and tested recipes!

SUPER MOIST FRESH APPLE CAKE



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This is one of those cakes that, well, the longer it sets, the better it gets. Oh, don't get me wrong, it is just as delicious warm and fresh out of the oven. The added bonus to this lovely cake is that instead of drying out, it gets more moist as the days pass on, if it lasts that long...

Provided by The Hen Basket

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h5m

Yield 1 Cake

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 eggs
1 1/2 cups oil
2 cups sugar
3 cups flour, sifted
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 cup pecans or 1 cup walnuts, chopped
2 teaspoons vanilla
4 Granny Smith apples, about 3 1/2 apples (1 shredded, the others chopped fine)
1 cup light brown sugar
1/2 cup butter
1/2 cup milk

Steps:

  • Cream together the eggs, oil and sugar.
  • In a separate bowl, sift the flour, salt and baking soda.
  • Combine all.
  • Now add your nuts, vanilla and apples.
  • Note~this batter is VERY stiff, don't worry, it's suppose to be that way. When the apples cook they add plenty of moisture to the cake to make it moist. Plus, your going to add more moisture when your glaze soaks inches.
  • Pour into a greased and floured 9 X 13 cake pan. Bake at 350 for 45 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean from the center of the cake.
  • In a sauce pan, combine your glaze ingredients and boil for a few minutes. Set aside.
  • When cake is done, puncture the top of cake with a fork, quite a bit. Pour on your glaze.

MOIST APPLE CAKE



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This appetizing apple cinnamon cake, draped with a warm brown sugar sauce, is a crowd-pleaser at parties or at the office, confirms Lisa Miller from West Chester, Ohio. "I adapted a friend's recipe by decreasing the oil and substituting applesauce," she notes. "I also switched to fat-free milk...but no one will ever guess this treat is light."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 55m

Yield 15 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 17

2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
2 cups sugar
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
2 eggs
3/4 cup unsweetened applesauce
1/4 cup canola oil
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3 cups chopped peeled tart apples (about 3 medium)
1/2 cup chopped pecans
SAUCE:
3 tablespoons butter
1 cup packed brown sugar
1/3 cup fat-free milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt and cinnamon. In another bowl, beat eggs until frothy. Add applesauce, oil and vanilla; beat until blended. Stir into flour mixture; mix well. Fold in apples and pecans., Pour into a 13x9-in. baking pan coated with cooking spray. Bake at 350° for 40-45 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. In a small saucepan, melt butter. Add the brown sugar, milk and vanilla. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly. Pour over warm cake. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 341 calories, Fat 10g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 35mg cholesterol, Sodium 346mg sodium, Carbohydrate 62g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

MOIST PASSOVER APPLE CAKE



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Unbelievably moist cake. Most Passover desserts are very dry but this cake is incredibly moist.

Provided by Rhonda

Categories     Desserts     Fruit Dessert Recipes     Apple Dessert Recipes

Time 1h15m

Yield 9

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 tablespoons vegetable shortening, room temperature
3 eggs, separated
½ cup vegetable oil
¼ cup orange juice
1 cup white sugar
1 cup matzo cake meal
½ teaspoon salt
¾ cup white sugar
½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
4 Granny Smith apples - peeled, cored, and quartered

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease an 8-inch square baking dish with vegetable shortening.
  • Beat egg whites in a metal, glass, or ceramic bowl with an electric mixer until stiff peaks form. Lift your beater or whisk straight up: the egg whites should form a sharp peak that holds its shape. Set aside.
  • Place the egg yolks, oil, and orange juice into a mixing bowl; beat with an electric mixer until creamy and thick, about 5 minutes. Stir in 1 cup of sugar, mixing well, then lightly stir in the matzo cake meal and salt. Use a rubber spatula or wire whisk to fold about 1/3 of the beaten egg whites into the matzo meal mixture. Gently run the spatula through the center of the mixture, then around the sides of the bowl, repeating until fully incorporated. Add the remaining egg whites, folding until just incorporated.
  • Mix together 3/4 cup of sugar with cinnamon in a bowl. Spread half the batter into the prepared baking pan; distribute the apple quarters evenly over the batter. Sprinkle the apple pieces with about 1/2 cup of the sugar-cinnamon mixture, spread the remaining batter over the apples; sprinkle the remaining sugar-cinnamon mixture over the top of the cake.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until the cake is golden brown, about 45 minutes. Cut into squares while still warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 370.7 calories, Carbohydrate 54.9 g, Cholesterol 62 mg, Fat 16.7 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 3.5 g, SaturatedFat 3.1 g, Sodium 153.5 mg, Sugar 46.1 g

MOIST GERMAN SHEET PAN APPLE CAKE



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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

MOIST CARAMEL APPLE CAKE BY JELL-O



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Inspired by a childhood favorite, this recipe reinvents the caramel apple as a cake, with fresh, tangy chopped apples baked into a treat that's a whole lot easier to eat.

Provided by Kraft

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     Kraft Desserts

Time 2h15m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 package (2-layer size) yellow cake mix
1 (3.4 ounce) package JELL-O Vanilla Flavor Instant Pudding
1 cup water
4 eggs
⅓ cup oil
¼ cup milk
3 Granny Smith apples, peeled, coarsely chopped
20 KRAFT Caramels
3 tablespoons milk

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Beat first 6 ingredients in large bowl with mixer until blended. Stir in apples. Pour into greased and floured 12-cup fluted tube pan or 10-inch tube pan.
  • Bake 50 min. to 1 hour or until toothpick inserted near center comes out clean. Cool cake in pan 15 min. Loosen cake from sides of pan; invert onto wire rack. Gently remove pan. Cool cake completely. Transfer to plate.
  • Microwave caramels and milk in microwaveable bowl on HIGH 1-1/2 min. or until caramels are completely melted and sauce is smooth, stirring every 30 sec. Cool 10 min. or until slightly thickened. Drizzle over cake just before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 279.6 calories, Carbohydrate 42.9 g, Cholesterol 48.3 mg, Fat 10.5 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 3.8 g, SaturatedFat 1.9 g, Sodium 351.1 mg, Sugar 71.5 g

MOIST LOW-FAT APPLE SPICE CAKE



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My boyfriend and I invented this recipe for his mom's birthday and it came out great! It is very moist, with a denser texture than most cakes. Due to the large amount of apples, you can use less fat, and eggs are not needed at all. For best results, use firm, tart apples such as McIntosh, Courtland or Fuji.

Provided by Sephardi Kitchen

Categories     Breads

Time 1h5m

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 19

1/4 cup margarine, softened
2/3 cup light brown sugar
1 1/2 cups low-fat buttermilk
1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 cups apples, peeled, cored and finely chopped
1/2 cup applesauce
1 tablespoon cinnamon
3/4 teaspoon ground cloves
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon ground allspice
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
1/2 cup pecans, coarsely chopped
1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 pinch salt
1 -2 tablespoon skim milk (amounts may need adjusting)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • In a large bowl, beat together the brown sugar with the margarine until smooth. Beat in the buttermilk.
  • In a smaller bowl, combine the flour, salt, baking soda and powder, and spices. Add the flour mixture and chopped apples/applesauce to the sugar-buttermilk mixture. Wisk vigorously or blend in an electric mixture for several minutes, or until well blended.
  • Coat the inside of a bundt cake pan with butter or margarine, and then cover with a thin layer of flour to prevent sticking. To the bottom and sides of the pan, add the crushed pecans. If desired, additional pecans may be used on the sides of the pan or added to the cake batter.
  • Pour the batter into the greased/floured pan, and bake at 350 degrees for 40-45 minutes or until a wooden toothpick comes out clean. Remove the pan and allow to cool on a wire rack. Once cool, invert onto a serving dish.
  • To make the icing: Using a fork, combine the powdered sugar and salt in a small bowl with the vanilla. Gradually add the milk while stirring, until it reaches the desired consistency. Drizzle over the top and sides of the cake.

MOIST APPLE CAKE



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This cake is soooo delicious. So moist, not to sweet, with an great combination of ingredients. Make as a cake or divide mixture into smaller coffe cakes.

Provided by smadamy

Categories     Breakfast

Time 1h10m

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 cups sugar
1 1/2 cups oil
2 teaspoons vanilla
3 eggs
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
3 cups flour
3 cups sliced apples
1 cup coconut
1 cup walnut pieces
1 cup brown sugar
1/2 cup butter
1/4 cup milk

Steps:

  • Beat the first six ingredients together in a large mixing bowl.
  • Then add the next four ingredients to the mixture and mix well.
  • Bake in a greased and floured pan at 325 degrees for one and a half hours. (a round pan with a middle is preferred, but I also divided the mixture into ramekin dishes as well and turned out just fine)
  • Let the cake cool down. And remove it to a serving dish. (If using ramekins this step is not necessary).
  • Once removed prick holes all around the cake making sure you don't mutilate it in the process!
  • For the icing:.
  • Mix all three ingredients in a saucepan and boil for one and a half minutes.
  • Pour over cake while topping is warm.
  • The holes pricked into the cake allow the topping to absorb into the cake - a definite tasty must!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1153.6, Fat 71.5, SaturatedFat 21.2, Cholesterol 110.9, Sodium 497.4, Carbohydrate 123.4, Fiber 5, Sugar 82.3, Protein 10.6

BEST MOIST APPLE CAKE



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Best apple cake we've ever eaten. I've taken three recipes and combined them to create what my family now requests for birthdays! We think the cake is better once it sits for awhile. Even refrigerated and then heated back up, the flavors seem to really stand out. You can substitute pecans for the walnuts.

Provided by Donna Jean

Categories     Desserts     Fruit Dessert Recipes     Apple Dessert Recipes

Time 1h20m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 17

2 cups all-purpose flour
½ cup whole wheat flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1 ¼ cups vegetable oil
1 ½ cups white sugar
½ cup brown sugar
3 eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla
4 apples, thinly sliced
1 ½ cups finely chopped walnuts
1 cup brown sugar
½ cup butter
¼ cup milk
½ cup finely chopped walnuts

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Whisk all-purpose flour, whole wheat flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon together in a bowl. Whisk oil, white sugar, 1/2 cup brown sugar, eggs, and vanilla together in a separate bowl. Stir flour mixture into sugar mixture; fold apples and 1 1/2 cups walnuts into batter. Pour batter into a 10x13-inch baking dish.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until cake is set, about 1 hour. Pierce surface of cake in several places with a large fork.
  • Stir brown sugar, butter, and milk together in a large microwave-safe bowl. Microwave on high until sugar is dissolved and mixture boils, about 2 1/2 minutes. Sprinkle 1/2 cup walnuts over hot cake and pour brown sugar mixture over the top.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 534.3 calories, Carbohydrate 56.3 g, Cholesterol 50.4 mg, Fat 33.6 g, Fiber 2.8 g, Protein 5.8 g, SaturatedFat 7.6 g, Sodium 315.7 mg, Sugar 38.5 g

SUPER MOIST APPLE CAKE



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You can use any variety of apple that you prefer; you can also make this with or without the nuts, and may substitute another type of nut instead of walnuts. You can frost this cake with a frosting of your choice, you can top it with whipped cream, you can drizzle it with an ice cream topping, OR you can serve it plain... it's...

Provided by Kathleen Sturgeon

Categories     Cakes

Time 1h

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 c canola oil
2 c sugar
3 c flour
3 eggs
3 c diced apples
1/2 tsp salt
1 tsp baking soda
1 tsp cinnamon
1/2 tsp nutmeg
2 tsp vanilla
1/2 c chopped walnuts

Steps:

  • 1. Mix the Canola oil with the sugar until well blended.
  • 2. Add the salt, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, vanilla, and eggs....mix well. Slowly add flour and mix well again.
  • 3. Into the mixture, fold the apples and walnuts with a wooden spoon and stir well.
  • 4. Place mixture into a 9 X 13 ungreased pan. Bake at 350 degrees for 1 hour or until toothpick comes out clean.

MOIST APPLE CAKE



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Categories     Cake     Fruit     Breakfast     Bake

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 11

9 oz. (2 cups) all-purpose flour
1 tsp. baking powder
1 tsp. baking soda
3/4 tsp. ground cinnamon
1/2 tsp. table salt
3 oz. (6 tablespoons) unsalted butter, softened at room temperature
1-1/4 cups granulated sugar
2 large eggs, at room temperature
3/4 cup smooth homemade or store-bought applesauce
1 cup sour cream
Walnut Topping or Ginger Topping

Steps:

  • Heat the oven to 350°F. Butter the bottom and sides of a 9x13-inch baking pan. Line the bottom of the pan with parchment and butter the parchment. In a medium bowl, whisk the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt to blend. Combine the butter and sugar in a large bowl. Beat with an electric mixer on medium speed until combined (but not fluffy), scraping the bowl as needed, about 30 seconds. Add the eggs, one at a time, beating until combined and scraping the bowl as needed. Add about one-third of the flour mixture, mixing on medium low until combined. Add the applesauce, mixing on medium low until incorporated and scraping the bowl as needed. Mix in another third of the flour mixture, then the sour cream, and then the remaining flour mixture, mixing after each addition until just incorporated. Don't overmix. Scrape the batter into the prepared pan and spread it evenly. Bake until the edges of the cake are slightly set and the rest is very jiggly, about 15 minutes. Scatter the walnut topping evenly over the cake and bake until the crumbs are golden brown, the center of the cake springs back when lightly touched, and a toothpick inserted in the center has a few moist crumbs sticking to it, 30 to 35 minutes; check the cake early and if the crumbs are golden but the cake isn't fully baked, cover loosely with foil. Let cool on a rack for at least 20 minutes. Serve warm. nutrition information (per serving): Size : based on sixteen servings; Calories (kcal): 380; Fat (g): 18; Fat Calories (kcal): 160; Saturated Fat (g): 9; Protein (g): 5; Monounsaturated Fat (g): 4; Carbohydrates (g): 51; Polyunsaturated Fat (g): 4; Sodium (mg): 200; Cholesterol (mg): 65; Fiber (g): 2; photo: Scott Phillips From Fine Cooking 67, pp. 66 October 1, 2004

Tips:

  • Use the right apples. Granny Smith apples are a good choice for this cake because they hold their shape well and have a tart flavor that complements the sweetness of the cake.
  • Don't overmix the batter. Overmixing can make the cake tough. Mix the batter just until the ingredients are combined.
  • Bake the cake until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. This usually takes about 60-70 minutes.
  • Let the cake cool completely before frosting it. This will help to prevent the frosting from melting.
  • Store the cake in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.

Conclusion:

This moist 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 moist apple cake a try. You won't be disappointed!

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