Our Best Ever Apple Cake Recipes

Apple cake is a classic dessert that can be enjoyed year-round. Whether you're looking for a simple, comforting treat or a showstopping centerpiece for your next gathering, we've got you covered. Here are our best ever apple cake recipes, each one guaranteed to satisfy your sweet tooth.

Classic Apple Cake

This classic apple cake is made with a moist, tender crumb and plenty of juicy apples. It's the perfect dessert for any occasion, and it's easy to make too. Ingredients: * 1 cup all-purpose flour * 1 teaspoon baking powder * 1/2 teaspoon baking soda * 1/4 teaspoon salt * 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened * 3/4 cup granulated sugar * 1 large egg * 1 teaspoon vanilla extract * 1 cup chopped apples Instructions: 1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour a 9x13-inch baking pan. 2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. 3. In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the egg and vanilla extract. 4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Fold in the apples. 5. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. 6. Let the cake cool completely before serving.

Caramel Apple Cake

This caramel apple cake is a decadent treat that's perfect for fall. The moist, flavorful cake is topped with a rich, gooey caramel sauce and plenty of chopped apples. Ingredients: For the cake: * 1 cup all-purpose flour * 1 teaspoon baking powder * 1/2 teaspoon baking soda * 1/4 teaspoon salt * 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened * 3/4 cup granulated sugar * 1 large egg * 1 teaspoon vanilla extract * 1 cup chopped apples For the caramel sauce: * 1 cup granulated sugar * 1/2 cup heavy cream * 1/4 cup butter * 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract Instructions: 1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour a 9x13-inch baking pan. 2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. 3. In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the egg and vanilla extract. 4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Fold in the apples. 5. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. 6. While the cake is baking, make the caramel sauce. In a medium saucepan, combine the sugar, heavy cream, butter, and vanilla extract. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 5 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened. 7. Let the cake cool completely before pouring the caramel sauce over top.

Apple Crumble Cake

This apple crumble cake is a delicious combination of a moist apple cake and a crunchy, buttery crumble topping. It's the perfect dessert for any occasion, and it's easy to make too. Ingredients: For the cake: * 1 cup all-purpose flour * 1 teaspoon baking powder * 1/2 teaspoon baking soda * 1/4 teaspoon salt * 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened * 3/4 cup granulated sugar * 1 large egg * 1 teaspoon vanilla extract * 1 cup chopped apples For the crumble topping: * 1/2 cup all-purpose flour * 1/2 cup brown sugar * 1/2 cup rolled oats * 1/4 cup chopped walnuts * 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted Instructions: 1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour a 9x13-inch baking pan. 2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. 3. In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the egg and vanilla extract. 4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Fold in the apples. 5. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 3