Description
Indulge in the comforting flavors of our warm gluten-free apple cake, a perfect treat for crisp autumn days. Made with fresh apples and aromatic spices, this cake is easy to whip up and will fill your kitchen with delightful scents. Whether enjoyed on a chilly evening or served at gatherings, each bite takes you back to cozy family moments spent baking together.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups gluten-free flour blend
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
- ¾ cup dark brown sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter (softened) or dairy-free alternative
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 3–4 medium tart apples (peeled and sliced)
- Lemon juice (for apple preparation)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch round cake pan.
- In a bowl, toss apple slices with lemon juice to prevent browning.
- In another bowl, whisk together gluten-free flour, baking powder, and cinnamon.
- Cream brown sugar and butter until fluffy; then add eggs and vanilla, mixing well.
- Gradually incorporate dry ingredients into the wet mixture without overmixing.
- Fold in the apple slices gently until evenly distributed.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 40-45 minutes or until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 80g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 130mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g (approx.)
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 60mg