Preheat oven: To 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour an 8-inch round or square baking pan.
Mix dry ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
Mix wet ingredients: In another bowl, beat eggs, sugar, oil, and vanilla until smooth.
Combine & add apples: Gently fold wet ingredients into dry ingredients until just combined. Fold in chopped or grated apples and nuts if using.
Bake: Pour batter into prepared pan. Bake 40–45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
Cool & glaze (optional): Let cake cool slightly, then drizzle with a simple powdered sugar glaze if desired.
💡 Ashley’s Tips:
Use a mix of sweet and tart apples for a more complex flavor. 🍏🍎
Grating the apples instead of chopping keeps the cake extra soft and moist.
Add a sprinkle of cinnamon sugar on top before baking for a lightly caramelized crust.
If you want, I can also give you a super quick 10-minute apple cake recipe that’s extra moist and easy — perfect for when you want a dessert now! Would you like me to share that next?
