Best 2 Cinnamon Apple Pie Cake Recipes

Cinnamon apple pie is a classic American dessert that features layer upon layer of spiced cinnamon apples wrapped in a flaky pastry crust. It might be accompanied by a scoop of vanilla ice cream or whipped cream. An apple pie cake is similar to its predecessor, the Dutch apple pie, in that it has the filling and crust, but the cake offers a more subtle apple flavor with the addition of a cake base. This article contains the top recipes for cinnamon apple pie cake, providing options for bakers of every skill level, ovens of every kind, and families of every size. From classic recipes using fresh apples to new-age slow cooker recipes that use a secret ingredient, these step-by-step instructions will ensure a moist, warm cinnamon apple pie cake fresh out of the oven.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

CINNAMON APPLE PIE CAKE

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Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories Food & Cooking Dessert & Treats Recipes Pie & Tarts Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 14

Ingredients

1 1/4 cups (2 1/2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened, plus more for pan
1 1/2 cups packed light-brown sugar
3 tablespoons Calvados apple brandy
Salt
3 whole cinnamon sticks
6 medium Braeburn or McIntosh apples (about 2 1/2 pounds), peeled, cored, and cut into 1/4-inch-thick rings
2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
3/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
3 large eggs
1 1/2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
1/2 cup sour cream

Steps:

Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Butter a 12-by-1-inch round pizza pan. Line bottom with parchment paper, and butter parchment; set aside. Put 1/2 cup butter, the brown sugar, brandy, and a pinch of salt into the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the paddle attachment; mix on medium-high speed until pale and fluffy, 2 to 3 minutes. Spread mixture into prepared pan. Place cinnamon sticks on top. Layer with apple rings. Use your hands to press apples gently into mixture; set aside. Sift flour, baking soda, baking powder, 3/4 teaspoon salt, and the ground cinnamon into a medium bowl; set aside.
Put remaining 3/4 cup butter and the granulated sugar into the clean bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the clean paddle attachment; mix on medium-high speed until pale and fluffy. Mix in eggs, 1 at a time, and vanilla. Reduce speed to low. Add flour mixture in 2 batches, alternating with the sour cream. Spread batter evenly over apples.
Bake until cake is golden brown and a cake tester inserted into center comes out clean, about 45 minutes. Let cool on a wire rack 15 minutes. Invert onto a serving plate.

CINNAMON-APPLE PIE CAKE

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I love apple pie! But I've never found one with enough apples in it. I think this one will have enough. It's packed!

Provided by Teresa M

Categories Fruit Desserts

Time 1h50m

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

6-8 granny smith apples, peeled and sliced
1 1/2 Tbsp cinnamon sugar
3 large eggs
1 1/2 c super fine white sugar (see tip below)
1 1/2 c vegetable or canola oil
3 tsp vanilla extract
1 1/2 c all purpose flour
more cinnamon sugar to sprinkle on top (same as above)

Steps:

1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Spray a 9 1/2 to 10-inch springform pan with nonstick spray. Line the bottom with a round of parchment paper and then spray again.
2. Layer the apple slices in the pan until they come about 2/3 of the way up the side. (I went a little higher than that and it worked out fine). Sprinkle the cinnamon-sugar over the apples.
3. Prepare the batter by beating the eggs and sugar until light and fluffy. Add the oil and the vanilla and beat well, then stir in the flour. Pour the batter on top of the apples, and sprinkle with additional cinnamon-sugar. Tap the pan on the counter a few times to allow the batter to sink down and around the apples.
4. Bake for 1 hour and 20 minutes, or until a skewer inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean. Cool *completely* in the pan. If you try to remove the cake from the pan while it is still warm, it will tend to break apart. I refrigerated my cake before slicing, and that worked out well. Serve slices with ice cream (warm individual slices in the microwave, if desired).
5. Tip: You want "caster sugar" for this recipe: It is a finer grind than table sugar, but not as fine as powdered. Look for "Baker's Sugar" at the store, or simply put regular white sugar in your food processor and give it a few whirls to create superfine sugar.

Tips:

Use a mix of apple varieties. This will give your pie cake a more complex flavor and texture. Some good options include Granny Smith, Honeycrisp, and Pink Lady apples.
Peel and slice the apples thinly. This will help them cook evenly and prevent them from becoming mushy.
Don't overmix the batter. Overmixing can make the cake tough. Just mix until the ingredients are combined.
Bake the pie cake until the crust is golden brown and the apples are tender. This will usually take about 45 minutes to an hour.
Let the pie cake cool before serving. This will help the flavors to meld and the cake to set.

Conclusion:

This cinnamon apple pie cake is a delicious and easy-to-make dessert that is perfect for any occasion. With its flaky crust, tender apples, and sweet cinnamon filling, this cake is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you're looking for a special dessert to make, give this cinnamon apple pie cake a try. You won't be disappointed!