Apple Cinnamon Sheet Cake (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Dry Ingredients
01 -
2 cups all-purpose flour
02 -
1 teaspoon baking soda
03 -
1 teaspoon baking powder
04 -
1/2 teaspoon salt
05 -
1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
06 -
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
→ Wet Ingredients
07 -
1 cup brown sugar
08 -
1/2 cup white sugar
09 -
3/4 cup vegetable oil
10 -
2 large eggs
11 -
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
→ Fruit
12 -
2 1/2 cups chopped apples, peeled and cored
# Instructions:
01 -
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9 × 13-inch baking pan with nonstick spray or oil.
02 -
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, ground cinnamon, and ground nutmeg until thoroughly blended.
03 -
In a separate bowl, whisk together brown sugar, white sugar, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract until smooth and well combined.
04 -
Pour the wet ingredients into the bowl with the dry ingredients. Stir gently until just incorporated; do not overmix.
05 -
Gently fold in the chopped apples to evenly distribute throughout the batter.
06 -
Transfer the batter into the prepared pan, spreading it into an even layer. Bake for 30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
07 -
Allow the cake to cool in the pan for at least 30 minutes before slicing and serving.
# Notes:
01 -
Opt for sweet-tart apples such as Honeycrisp, Fuji, or Granny Smith for a balanced flavor profile.
02 -
This dessert is an excellent make-ahead option, as flavors intensify after resting for a day.
03 -
Optional: Stir in chopped pecans or walnuts for added texture and crunch.