Apple Cream Cake

Here’s a delicious Apple Cream Cake recipe that’s moist, rich, and perfect for dessert or a cozy afternoon treat:

🍰 Apple Cream Cake Recipe

Ingredients

For the Cake:

• 2 cups all-purpose flour

• 2 tsp baking powder

• 1/2 tsp baking soda

• 1/2 tsp salt

• 1 tsp cinnamon

• 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened

• 1 cup granulated sugar

• 2 large eggs

• 1 tsp vanilla extract

• 1/2 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt

• 1/4 cup heavy cream or whole milk

• 2 cups peeled and finely chopped apples (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp work great)

• Optional: 1/2 cup chopped nuts (walnuts or pecans)

For the Cream Topping:

• 1 cup heavy cream

• 2 tbsp powdered sugar

• 1/2 tsp vanilla extract

🧑‍🍳 Instructions

1. Preheat Oven & Prepare Pan:

   • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).

   • Grease and flour a 9-inch round or square cake pan.

2. Mix Dry Ingredients:

   • In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.

3. Cream Butter & Sugar:

   • In a separate large bowl, beat butter and sugar until light and fluffy (about 2–3 minutes).

4. Add Eggs & Vanilla:

   • Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each.

   • Stir in vanilla extract.

5. Add Sour Cream & Cream:

   • Mix in sour cream (or yogurt) and cream (or milk) until well blended.

6. Combine with Dry Ingredients:

   • Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet, mixing until just combined.

7. Add Apples (and Nuts if using):

   • Fold in chopped apples (and nuts if desired).

8. Bake:

   • Pour batter into prepared pan and smooth the top.

   • Bake for 40–50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

   • Let cool completely in the pan.

9. Make Cream Topping:

   • Whip the heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla until soft peaks form.

10. Serve:

    • Serve cake slices with a generous dollop of whipped cream on top, or spread over the whole cake.

💡 Tips

• Add a pinch of nutmeg for extra warmth.

• Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an indulgent touch.

• Store leftovers covered in the fridge for up to 3 days.