Okay, so I stumbled across this image and it completely sparked my imagination! It’s just so whimsical and inspiring, I had to share. Looking at it made me immediately think of baking something cozy and comforting, perfect for a chilly afternoon. So, I dreamt up a spiced apple cake, inspired by the colors and feeling of this beautiful artwork. I hope you like it!
Sally by Thuddleston
Here’s the image that got me all inspired:
Spiced Apple Cake Recipe
This cake is all about warmth and autumn vibes. It’s moist, flavorful, and relatively easy to make. The aroma while it’s baking is simply divine!
Ingredients:
* 2 cups all-purpose flour * 1 teaspoon baking soda * 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon * 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg * 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves * 1/4 teaspoon salt * 1 cup granulated sugar * 1/2 cup packed brown sugar * 1/2 cup vegetable oil * 2 large eggs * 1 teaspoon vanilla extract * 1 cup peeled and diced apples (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp work well) * 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional) * 1/4 cup raisins (optional) ### Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13 inch baking pan. Make sure you get into all the corners so the cake doesn’t stick. A little parchment paper on the bottom helps too!
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and salt. This ensures everything is evenly distributed and the spices really sing!
- In a separate bowl, combine the granulated sugar, brown sugar, and vegetable oil. Mix well until everything is nice and incorporated. The brown sugar adds a lovely depth of flavor.
- Add the eggs, one at a time, to the sugar mixture, beating well after each addition. Then, stir in the vanilla extract. Vanilla really enhances all the other flavors in the cake.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix, or your cake will be tough. A few streaks of flour are okay at this stage.
- Fold in the diced apples, nuts (if using), and raisins (if using). Gently stir until everything is evenly distributed throughout the batter.
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread it evenly. Make sure the apples are distributed somewhat evenly as well.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean. Keep an eye on it! Ovens can vary.
- Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes before inverting it onto a wire rack to cool completely. Cooling it in the pan prevents it from sticking or falling apart.
- Optional: Dust with powdered sugar or top with a cream cheese frosting. I personally love a simple dusting of powdered sugar to let the apple and spice flavors shine. A dollop of whipped cream works great too!
This cake is best served warm or at room temperature. It’s perfect with a cup of coffee or tea. I really hope you enjoy this recipe as much as I do! Let me know if you try it out – I’d love to hear what you think. Happy baking!
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