Best 8 Aunt Ruths Apple Cake Recipes

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"Aunt Ruth's apple cake" is a classic dessert with a unique twist – it is traditionally made with apple butter instead of chopped apples. A lovely dessert cake to serve at a coffee klatsch or a potluck, it can also be sliced and served warm with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream. Interested in creating this tasty dish? Here, you'll find a collection of recipes that are easy to follow, providing step-by-step instructions, ingredient lists, and helpful tips to ensure your apple cake comes out perfectly.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

RUTH WALL'S GERMAN APPLE CAKE



Ruth Wall's German Apple Cake image

I looooove apple cake. So when this one came to me in a publication from the Bucoda Improvement District, I tagged it immediately. Have not made it yet but certainly have added it to the list.

Provided by justcallmetoni

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h55m

Yield 16 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 17

5 cooking apples, peeled, cored and thinly sliced
5 tablespoons sugar
2 tablespoons cinnamon
3 cups unsifted all-purpose flour
2 cups sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
4 eggs
1 cup vegetable oil
2 teaspoons vanilla
1/3 cup orange juice
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
2 tablespoons butter, softened
1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1 -2 tablespoon water

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • Prepare a large bundt or tube pan with a light coating of cooking spray.
  • Mix together the apples, sugar and cinnamon and set aside.
  • Add all of the ingredients for the batter to a large bowl and mix at medium speed for one minute. Scrape down the sides of the bowl to make sure all ingredients are being incorporated. Mix for an additional 3 minutes.
  • Pour one third of the batter into the baking pan. Cover with a layer using 1/2 the seasoned apples. Repeat with another 1/3 of batter and the remaining apples. Finish with the final 1/3 of batter.
  • Bake for 90 to 105 minutes. Remove from oven.
  • Cool for 10 minutes then invert onto a serving plate.
  • While the is cooling (10 minutes), combine all ingredients for the glaze. Drizzle on top of the cake.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 429.5, Fat 16.6, SaturatedFat 3.1, Cholesterol 50.3, Sodium 256.9, Carbohydrate 67.6, Fiber 2.6, Sugar 46.4, Protein 4.2

AUNT RUTH'S FRESH APPLE CAKE



AUNT RUTH'S FRESH APPLE CAKE image

Categories     Cake     Nut     Bake

Yield 1 bundt cake

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 cup vegetable oil (Aunt Ruth specified Wesson Oil)
2 cups sugar
2 eggs well-beaten
2 cups self-rising flour
2 teaspoons vanilla
2 cups peeled, chopped apple
1 cup chopped pecans

Steps:

  • Mix ingredients together. Spray bundt pan with non-stick spray. Put in pre-heated 350 degree oven for one hour. Whatever you do, don't open the oven in the first 30 minutes.

AUNT'S RUTH POUND CAKE RECIPE



Aunt's Ruth Pound Cake Recipe image

Provided by williagx

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 pound unsalted butter, room temperature
1/2 cup shortening
3 cups cake flour
3 cups sugar
5 eggs
1 cup whole milk
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon vanilla
1 teaspoon lemon extract

Steps:

  • Cream butter, shortening and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Sift dry ingredients together. Add vanilla and lemon extract to milk. Add dry ingredients to sugar and egg mixture, alternating with liquid, beating just to blend, until all ingredients are combined. Beat batter on medium speed for 5 minutes. Place into greased and floured 10-inch tube pan and place into COLD oven. Bake at 350 degrees for 1 hour and 15-20 minutes until a cake tester inserted in the middle comes out clean. ShareThis

AUNT LOU'S FRESH APPLE CAKE



Aunt Lou's Fresh Apple Cake image

My Great-Aunt Lou made a luscious fresh apple cake recipe that became a family tradition. My mom makes it for our annual beach trip to the Outer Banks. -Cristy King, Scott Depot, West Virginia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h5m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cups sugar
1 cup canola oil
3 large eggs, room temperature
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
3 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon baking powder
3 cups chopped peeled apples (about 3 medium)
Confectioners' sugar

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Grease and flour a 10-in. fluted tube pan., In a large bowl, beat sugar, oil, eggs and vanilla until well blended. In another bowl, whisk flour, salt and baking powder; gradually beat into oil mixture. Stir in apples. Transfer batter to prepared pan., Bake until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean, 50-60 minutes. Cool in pan 10 minutes. Run a knife around sides and center tube of pan. Remove cake to a wire rack to cool completely. Dust with confectioners' sugar.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 445 calories, Fat 20g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 47mg cholesterol, Sodium 249mg sodium, Carbohydrate 62g carbohydrate (37g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

AUNT RUTH'S SOUR CREAM POUND CAKE WITH LEMON GLAZE



Aunt Ruth's Sour Cream Pound Cake with Lemon Glaze image

This pound cake with lemon glaze came from my great aunt's collection. Her secret was doubling the amount of sour cream. I have used this cake as a basis for creating other pound cakes.

Provided by Nancy Zimmerman

Categories     Desserts     Fruit Dessert Recipes     Lemon Dessert Recipes

Time 2h45m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 teaspoons white sugar
3 cups white sugar
½ pound unsalted butter, softened
1 ½ teaspoons vanilla extract
1 teaspoon lemon extract, divided
6 large eggs
3 cups all-purpose flour
¼ teaspoon baking soda
1 (16 ounce) container sour cream
1 ½ cups confectioners' sugar
3 tablespoons lemon juice, or more to taste
2 drops yellow food coloring, or more as needed

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Grease a 12-cup fluted tube pan (such as Bundt®); sprinkle with 2 teaspoons sugar.
  • Cream 3 cups sugar and butter together in a large bowl until fluffy; add vanilla extract and 1/2 teaspoon lemon extract. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
  • Sift flour and baking soda together in a medium bowl; add to butter mixture alternately with sour cream. Spoon into the prepared pan.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, 1 hour and 45 minutes to 2 hours. Let cool in the pan for 15 minutes. Remove from the pan to a wire rack; cool completely, 30 minutes to 1 hour.
  • Combine confectioners' sugar, lemon juice, 1/2 teaspoon lemon extract, and food coloring in a small bowl. Drizzle glaze over the cooled cake.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 626.7 calories, Carbohydrate 92.4 g, Cholesterol 150.3 mg, Fat 26.1 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 7.7 g, SaturatedFat 15.5 g, Sodium 84.3 mg, Sugar 66.5 g

AUNT MARY'S APPLE CAKE



Aunt Mary's Apple Cake image

My friend Robin's Aunt Mary, both of whose parents were born in Hungary, was a legendary cook. This is one of her cakes--a very moist and delightful cake.

Provided by Chef Kate

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h10m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 1/2-3 cups apples, peeled, cored, chopped
1 cup sugar
1 egg, beaten
1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
1 1/2 cups flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
3/4 teaspoon cinnamon (or 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon and 1 teaspoon vanilla)
1/2 cup raisins
1/2 cup nuts, chopped (optional)

Steps:

  • Preheat over to 350 degrees F.
  • Sprinkle apples with sugar and let stand.
  • Mix beaten egg and butter.
  • Sift in flour, soda, salt and cinnamon and mix very well.
  • Fold into apples and make sure the apples are well and evenly coated.
  • Mix in raisins and, if desired, nuts.
  • Note: we use raisins which have been soaked in bourbon.
  • Note 2: If using regular raisins, make sure you plump them in warm water or rum or the like, then drain before adding.
  • Place in a buttered 8" x 8" square baking dish or in a buttered bundt pan and bake for about 50 minutes.
  • Cool briefly on rack in pan; turn out of the pan and allow to cool to room temperature on a rack.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 340.7, Fat 12.4, SaturatedFat 7.5, Cholesterol 53.8, Sodium 460.6, Carbohydrate 55.7, Fiber 2, Sugar 34.5, Protein 3.7

AUNT RUTH'S FAMOUS BUTTERSCOTCH CHEESECAKE



Aunt Ruth's Famous Butterscotch Cheesecake image

Aunt Ruth was our nanny when I was little and made this cheesecake often. Since it had to chill overnight, it was torture when my sister and I had to wait until the next day to have a piece. When I visited my old neighborhood and stopped by her house, she offered me a piece of that wonderful cheesecake. I made sure to leave with a copy of the recipe! -Trisha Kruse, Eagle, Idaho

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h35m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1-1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
1/3 cup packed brown sugar
1/3 cup butter, melted
1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk
3/4 cup cold 2% milk
1 package (3.4 ounces) instant butterscotch pudding mix
3 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3 large eggs, room temperature, lightly beaten
Whipped cream and crushed butterscotch candies, optional

Steps:

  • Place a greased 9-in. springform pan on a double thickness of heavy-duty foil (about 18 in. square). Securely wrap foil around pan. In a small bowl, combine cracker crumbs and sugar; stir in butter. Press onto the bottom of prepared pan. Place pan on a baking sheet. Bake at 325° for 10 minutes. Cool on a wire rack., In a small bowl, whisk the milks and pudding mix for 2 minutes. Let stand for 2 minutes or until soft-set., Meanwhile, in a large bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Beat in pudding and vanilla. Add eggs; beat on low speed just until combined. Pour over crust. Place springform pan in a large baking pan; add 1 in. of hot water to larger pan. , Bake at 325° for 65-75 minutes or until center is almost set and top appears dull. Remove springform pan from water bath. Cool on a wire rack for 10 minutes. , Carefully run a knife around edge of pan to loosen; cool 1 hour longer. Refrigerate overnight. Garnish with whipped cream and butterscotch candies if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 473 calories, Fat 30g fat (18g saturated fat), Cholesterol 141mg cholesterol, Sodium 460mg sodium, Carbohydrate 42g carbohydrate (34g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 10g protein.

AUNT RUTH'S CRAB CAKES



Aunt Ruth's Crab Cakes image

Down home crab cakes are heavy on the crab, light on the filler.

Provided by Lisawas

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Seafood     Crab     Crab Cake Recipes

Time 20m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 11

16 saltine crackers, finely crushed
2 tablespoons water
1 pound flaked cooked crabmeat
1 egg, beaten
1 tablespoon prepared mustard
2 tablespoons mayonnaise
1 ½ teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
1 tablespoon seafood seasoning (such as Old Bay®)
⅛ teaspoon salt
⅛ teaspoon black pepper
½ cup vegetable oil for frying

Steps:

  • Stir the cracker crumbs and water together in a mixing bowl. Let stand 1 minute to soften the crackers. Add the crabmeat, egg, mustard, and mayonnaise. Season with Worcestershire sauce, seafood seasoning, salt, and black pepper; stir until evenly mixed.
  • Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Form the crab mixture into patties 3/4-inch thick. Cook in the hot oil until golden brown on each side and hot in the center, about 2 minutes per side. Drain on a paper towel-lined plate before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 136.2 calories, Carbohydrate 5.3 g, Cholesterol 67.7 mg, Fat 6.2 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 14.1 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 564.6 mg, Sugar 0.2 g

Tips:

  • Use a combination of tart and sweet apples for the best flavor.
  • Don't overmix the batter, as this can make the cake tough.
  • Use a well-greased and floured baking pan to prevent the cake from sticking.
  • Bake the cake until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  • Let the cake cool completely before frosting it.
  • Store the cake in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.

Conclusion:

Aunt Ruth's apple cake is a classic recipe that is sure to please everyone. It's easy to make, uses simple ingredients, and is always a hit. Whether you're serving it for breakfast, dessert, or a snack, this cake is sure to be a favorite. So next time you're looking for a delicious and easy-to-make apple cake recipe, give Aunt Ruth's a try. You won't be disappointed!

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