A freshly baked Apple Cake with a golden-brown crust, topped with a cinnamon-sugar crumble and drizzled with a light sugar glaze. The cake is sliced to reveal a moist interior with chunks of apple throughout. It is presented on a rustic wooden table, served on a ceramic plate with a linen napkin and fresh apple slices nearby. Warm, natural lighting enhances the inviting textures and comforting colors.

Apple Cake with Cinnamon Topping and Sugar Glaze

Portions:8
Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cooking Time:35 minutes
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Equipment

  • 8 or 9-inch round cake tin
  • Mixing bowls
  • whisk,
  • wooden spoon
  • wire rack

Ingredients

For the Apple Cake:

  • 210 g 1½ cups plain flour
  • 2 tsp baking powder
  • ½ tsp baking soda
  • 150 g ¾ cup caster sugar
  • 1 large red apple peeled and roughly chopped (about 1 cup)
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 120 ml ½ cup vegetable oil
  • 120 ml ½ cup Greek yogurt
  • For the Cinnamon Topping:
  • 50 g ¼ cup caster sugar
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1 tbsp unsalted butter melted

For the Sugar Glaze:

  • 30 g ¼ cup icing or powdered sugar
  • 1-2 tbsp milk

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F) for a standard oven, or 160°C (320°F) for fan-forced.
  • Grease and line an 8 or 9-inch round cake tin with baking or parchment paper.
  • In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and sugar.
  • Add the chopped apple and stir briefly to combine.
  • In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, vanilla extract, oil, and yogurt until the egg yolks are broken up.
  • Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and gently mix with a wooden spoon until just combined—be careful not to overmix.
  • Spoon the batter into the prepared tin.
  • To make the cinnamon topping, combine the cinnamon, sugar, and melted butter in a small bowl.
  • Mix until it forms a lumpy, wet mixture.
  • Sprinkle the cinnamon topping evenly over the cake batter.
  • Bake the cake for 30-35 minutes, or until a skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
  • Transfer the cake to a wire rack to cool completely.
  • For the sugar glaze, mix the powdered sugar with 1 tablespoon of milk and stir until smooth.
  • If the glaze is too thick, add an additional tablespoon of milk.
  • Drizzle the glaze over the cooled cake.

Notes / Tips / Wine Advice:

Serving Tip:
Serve this cake as a comforting dessert or afternoon snack, paired with a cup of tea or coffee.
Wine Advice:
Pair with a sweet dessert wine like Moscato or a light, sparkling white wine to balance the richness of the cake.

Nutritional Information

Calories: 220 kcal | Carbohydrates: 30 g | Protein: 3 g | Fat: 10 g | Fiber: 1 g | Sugar: 18 g | Salt: 1 mg
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Recipe Category Cake / Dessert / Fruit
Season: Fall / Winter
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