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Apple Spice Cake

Apple Spice Cake
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Indulge in the cozy flavors of autumn with this delightful Apple Spice Cake. Moist and tender, this cake is infused with fresh, grated apples and aromatic spices, making it a perfect treat for family gatherings or a quiet afternoon with tea. Topped with a rich brown sugar icing that melts into the warm cake, every slice offers a heavenly experience that will leave you craving more. Easy to prepare and impressive enough for any occasion, this Apple Spice Cake is sure to become a seasonal favorite in your baking repertoire.

Ingredients

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  • 2 1/4 cup all-purpose flour, spooned and leveled
  • 1 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp ground ginger
  • 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
  • 1/2 tsp ground allspice
  • 1/8 tsp ground cloves
  • 2/3 cup vegetable oil
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 3/4 cup brown sugar, packed (light or dark)
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup sour cream, room temperature
  • 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
  • 2–3 large honey crispy apples, grated (~1 1/2 cups; can keep the skin on)
  • 1/4 cup salted butter for icing
  • 1/2 cup dark brown sugar, packed for icing
  • 2 Tbsp heavy cream for icing
  • 1/2 tsp pure vanilla extract for icing
  • 1 cup powdered sugar, sifted for icing

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F and line a 9×9-inch nonstick pan with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, salt, and spices.
  3. In another bowl, mix vegetable oil, eggs, both sugars, sour cream, and vanilla until well combined.
  4. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, folding gently until just combined.
  5. Fold in grated apples evenly throughout the batter.
  6. Transfer the batter to the prepared pan and bake for 35–40 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  7. For icing, melt butter with dark brown sugar and heavy cream in a saucepan over medium heat; bring to a gentle boil.
  8. Remove from heat and whisk in vanilla extract and powdered sugar until smooth.
  9. Pour warm icing over the cooled cake before slicing.

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