Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 cups peeled and chopped apples
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts (optional)
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking pan.
- In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking soda, cinnamon, salt, and nutmeg.
- In another bowl, whisk together the eggs, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract until well blended.
- Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Fold in the chopped apples and walnuts, if using, until evenly distributed.
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
- Bake for 45-50 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- While the cake cools, prepare the frosting by beating the cream cheese and butter until creamy.
- Gradually add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract, beating until smooth and fluffy.
- Once the cake is completely cool, spread the cream cheese frosting over the top.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: International
Keywords: Fresh Apple Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting, recipe, cooking, food
