Apple Cinnamon Cake with Strawberry Puree

Ingredients:

For the Cake:

  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
  • 1 1/2 cups apples, peeled, cored, and diced (about 2 medium apples)
  • 1/4 cup chopped walnuts (optional)

For the Strawberry Puree:

  • 1 cup fresh strawberries, hulled
  • 2 tablespoons honey or sugar (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice (optional)