Apple Dapple Cake

If you love sweet, tart flavors and the taste of fresh apples, then this Apple Dapple Cake recipe is for you!

This fall dessert is a family favorite that stands the test of time. 

Read on to a few tips and tricks for making the best Apple Dapple Cake. 

You’re going to love it!

The combination of fresh apples, cinnamon, and nutmeg is not only mouthwatering, but it is also healthy! 

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Why do I love Apple Dapple Cake? 

• Apple dapple cake’s unique blend of ingredients makes it moist, flavorful, and incredibly delicious. 
• Making Apple Dapple cake is easy, fun, and a surefire way to delight your friends and family at fall gatherings and parties. 

What is the best apple for apple cake? 

Apples are one of the key ingredients in the Apple Dapple Cake. Therefore, selecting firm apples that can hold their shape when baked is important. 

Choose apples from the following apple groups for the best results: 

• Granny Smith
• Honeycrisp Apples
• Braeburn Apples

Will an apple keep a cake moist? 

Yes! Another great thing about making the Apple Dapple Cake is that it can keep moist for up to five days with proper storage. 

Store your Apple Dapple Cake in an airtight container in the fridge or freezer to save and enjoy later. 

Why is my apple cake soggy? 

Check your ingredient mix if your Apple Cake recipe seems to be soggy. Apple Dapple Cakes can quickly go from succulent to soggy if too much moisture is in the mix. 

Take your time when combining the ingredients for your Apple Cake to avoid overmixing. 

How to serve Apple Dapple Cake

Most Apple Dapple Cake lovers serve their favorite fall cake with a dollop of whipped cream on top and a side of vanilla ice cream. 

Don’t be afraid to experiment with a variety of different fruit and flavor combinations by trying flavored whipped cream or other compatible ice cream flavors for a tasty treat! 

Cooking Tips:

• One of the most important steps when you are cooking your Apple Cake, is to grease and flour your cake pan to prevent sticking and wasted batter. 
• Avoid overmixing your Apple Dapple batter to prevent tough or soggy cakes. 
• If you’re in a pinch or missing ingredients like buttermilk, you can easily make your buttermilk by adding your own tablespoon of vinegar or lemon juice to a cup of milk. 

Variations: 

• Add some nutty flavor to your Apple Dapple Cake with chopped nuts and raisins added into the mix.
• Experiment with fruits like pears or peaches instead of apples to mix up the sweet flavor. 

Ingredients:

For the cake:

• Oil
• Eggs
• Granulated sugar
• Vanilla extract
• Self-rising flour
• Cinnamon
• Pecans
• Granny Smith apples
• Red apples

For the glaze:

• Butter
• Milk
• Brown sugar

How to make Apple Dapple Cake:

Step 1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.

Step 2. Mix together the oil, eggs, and sugar for the cake until well blended.

Adding the oil.

Adding the sugar.

Then stir in the vanilla extract.

Step 3. Add the flour and cinnamon to the batter and blend until smooth and thick.

Adding the flour.

Adding the cinnamon.

Step 4. Fold in the apples.

Then, add pecans to the batter.

Then, place it into a well-greased bundt pan.

Step 5. Bake for 1 hour.

Step 6. Mix together the ingredients for the glaze until smooth.

Step 7. Pour the glaze over the hot cake and allow it to cool to room temperature.

Step 8. Turn the cake over onto a plate or tray and serve.

Slice and serve!

Apple Dapple Cake

Prep Time: 20 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 1 hour hour

Total Time: 1 hour hour 20 minutes minutes

Servings: 10

If you love sweet, tart flavors and the taste of fresh apples, then this Apple Dapple Cake recipe is for you! This fall dessert is a family favorite that stands the test of time. 

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Ingredients 

For the cake:

• 1 C. Oil
• 3 Large Eggs
• 1 C. Granulated sugar
• 2 tsp. Vanilla extract
• 3 C. Self rising flour
• 1 tsp. Cinnamon
• 1 C. Chopped pecans
• 2 Granny Smith apples peeled and chopped
• 2 Red apples peeled and chopped

For the glaze:

• ¾ C. Butter unsalted and melted
• ¼ C. Milk
• 1 C. Brown sugar

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Instructions

• Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.
• Mix together the oil, eggs, and sugar for the cake until well blended, then stir in the vanilla extract.
• Add the flour and cinnamon to the batter and blend until smooth and thick.
• Fold the apples and pecans into the batter, and place into a well-greased bundt pan.
• Bake for 1 hour.
• Mix together the ingredients for the glaze until smooth.
• Pour the glaze over the hot cake and allow it to cool to room temperature.
• Turn the cake over onto a plate or tray and serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1g | Calories: 732kcal | Carbohydrates: 75g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 46g | Saturated Fat: 11g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 32g | Cholesterol: 93mg | Sodium: 480mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 44g

Author: Laura

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How to Store Apple Dapple Cake? 

Keep your Apple Dapple Cake fresh by storing it in an airtight container on your kitchen countertop for up to three days. 

Extend the life of your Apple Dapple cake and enjoy the flavor for up to five days by storing it in a sealed airtight container in the fridge. 

How to reheat Apple Dapple Cake? 

Add a little warmth to your Apple Dapple Cake and reheat it by wrapping it in a damp paper towel and putting it in the microwave for about 20 seconds. 

How much does Apple Dapple Cake last on the fridge? 

Apple Dapple Cakes stored in airtight containers can last as many as five days in the fridge. 

Can I make ahead Apple Dapple Cake? 

Yes! You can prepare the ingredients for the Apple Dapple Cake in advance of birthdays, weddings, and graduations, by wrapping the ingredients tightly in plastic wrap covered with aluminum foil. 

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