Description
Apple butter cake is a delightful dessert that combines the rich flavors of apple butter with a moist, tender crumb, perfect for gatherings or cozy family dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup apple butter
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/2 cup chopped apples (peeled and cored)
- 1/4 cup brown sugar (for topping)
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar (for topping)
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon (for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan with butter or non-stick spray.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the dry ingredients: flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each. Stir in vanilla extract and apple butter.
- Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients, alternating with the apple butter, mixing just until combined.
- Gently fold in the chopped apples and pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan.
- Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before serving.
Notes
- Choose high-quality apple butter for the best flavor.
- Store the cake in an airtight container to maintain moisture.
- For a gluten-free version, substitute all-purpose flour with a gluten-free flour blend.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: apple butter cake, dessert, autumn, baking, easy recipe