Looking for a dessert that combines the nostalgic taste of your favorite apple fritter with the ease of a homemade cake? This Apple Fritter Cake is a delicious treat that will satisfy your cravings!
With layers of moist vanilla cake, cinnamon-spiced apples, and a sweet sugar glaze, it’s the perfect dessert for any occasion. This cake will fill your kitchen with the warm, comforting aroma of apples and cinnamon, and the crispy sugar glaze gives it that signature apple fritter touch.
Apple Fritter Cake: Your Favorite Doughnut in Cake Form!
This cake is a soft, apple-filled dessert topped with a sweet powdered sugar glaze that takes it to the next level. It’s easy to make and the perfect combination of fruity, cinnamon-spiced, and sugary goodness.
Preparation time: 20 minutes
Cooking time: 45-55 minutes
Serving: 12-16 servings
Equipment: 9×13-inch baking dish, small saucepan
Recipe Title: Glazed Apple Fritter Cake
Ingredients:
For the Filling:
- 1 heaping cup of sliced apples (cored, quartered, and then sliced)
- 1/3 cup sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
- A small pinch of freshly grated nutmeg
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 2 teaspoons water
- 1/2 cup brown sugar (can use 1/4 cup each of dark and light)
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
For the Cake:
- 1/3 cup butter
- 3/4 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup applesauce
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
- 2 eggs
- 2 1/4 cups flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 cup Greek yogurt (or plain yogurt or sour cream)
For the Glaze:
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
- 6 tablespoons milk
Directions:
For the Filling:
- In a small saucepan, combine the sliced apples, sugar, water, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cornstarch. Cook on low heat, stirring constantly for 5-7 minutes, until the sauce thickens and the apples soften slightly. Set aside to cool.
- In a small bowl, mix the brown sugar and cinnamon together and set aside.
For the Cake:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes. Add the applesauce and vanilla, mixing until well combined.
- Beat in the eggs, one at a time, making sure each is fully incorporated before adding the next.
- In a separate bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
- Add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture in three parts, alternating with the yogurt in two parts, starting and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.
- Spoon half of the batter into the prepared baking dish, spreading it evenly. Carefully spoon the cooled apple filling over the batter and sprinkle 2/3 of the brown sugar-cinnamon mixture over the apples. Cover with the remaining batter and sprinkle the rest of the brown sugar-cinnamon mixture on top.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 45-55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
For the Glaze:
- While the cake is baking, prepare the glaze by whisking together the powdered sugar, vanilla, and milk until smooth and the desired consistency is reached.
- When the cake is finished baking, carefully pour the glaze over the hot cake. Try to pour it as evenly as possible; you can tilt the cake to help distribute the glaze if needed.
- Allow the cake to cool and let the glaze set before slicing and serving.
This Apple Fritter Cake is a delightful dessert that’s easy to prepare and perfect for any occasion. With its moist layers of spiced apples, soft cake, and sweet glaze, it’s sure to become a favorite in your home! Enjoy with a cup of coffee or as a sweet treat after dinner.
