Best 8 Fresh Apple Cake Optional With Brown Sugar Icing Recipes

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Baking a delightful fresh apple cake can be a joyous experience, especially when you're looking for a treat that combines sweet, tangy flavors and a moist, tender texture. If you're looking to elevate this classic dessert even further, consider adding a luscious brown sugar icing that adds a rich, caramel-like sweetness to perfectly complement the apples. In this article, we'll guide you through some of the best recipes for fresh apple cake and explore how to make a delectable brown sugar icing that will make your cake the star of any gathering. Whether you're a seasoned baker or just starting out, we've got you covered with easy-to-follow instructions and helpful tips to ensure your cake turns out perfectly every time. So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and let's embark on a delicious journey of baking an unforgettable fresh apple cake with optional brown sugar icing.

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FRESH APPLE CAKE WITH BROWN SUGAR TOPPING RECIPE



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This is a fresh apple cake with walnuts and buttery brown sugar topping. This mouthwatering fresh apple cake is baked in a tube pan.

Provided by Diana Rattray

Categories     Dessert     Brunch     Cake

Time 1h30m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 15

For the Cake
3 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon cinnamon
3 large eggs
2 cups granulated sugar
1 1/2 cups vegetable oil
3 cups apples (such as Rome Beauty, chopped)
1 cup chopped walnuts
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
For the Topping
1 cup light brown sugar (firmly packed)
1/4 cup milk
1/2 cup butter (1 stick)

Steps:

  • Slice, serve, and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 569 kcal, Carbohydrate 58 g, Cholesterol 73 mg, Fiber 3 g, Protein 5 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, Sodium 447 mg, Fat 36 g, ServingSize 12 to 16 Servings, UnsaturatedFat 28 g

FRESH APPLE CAKE



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This easy apple cake gets covered with a sweet cream cheese frosting and chopped nuts.

Provided by Carolyn

Categories     Desserts     Fruit Dessert Recipes     Apple Dessert Recipes

Yield 14

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 ½ cups vegetable oil
2 cups white sugar
3 eggs, beaten
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
3 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
2 ½ cups apples - peeled, cored and diced
1 cup chopped walnuts
1 cup raisins
1 (16 ounce) container cream cheese frosting
¼ cup finely chopped walnuts

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Grease one 10 inch tube pan.
  • Beat together the oil, eggs, vanilla and sugar.
  • Sift together the flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon and nutmeg. Add to egg mixture; stir in apples, nuts and raisins.
  • Pour into prepared pan and bake at 325 degrees F (165 degrees C) for 1 1/2 hrs or until a cake tester inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool and frost with cream cheese icing. Sprinkle top with 1/4 cup fine chopped nuts.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 690.7 calories, Carbohydrate 81.4 g, Cholesterol 39.9 mg, Fat 39.6 g, Fiber 2.4 g, Protein 6.1 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, Sodium 350.8 mg, Sugar 55 g

FRESH APPLE CAKE WITH BROWN SUGAR GLAZE RECIPE - (4.1/5)



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Provided by XrayKim

Number Of Ingredients 16

APPLE CAKE:
1 1/2 cups all purpose flour
1 cup sugar
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
2 eggs
1/2 cup canola oil
1 teaspoon vanilla
1 1/2 cups finely chopped apples
1/2 cup pecans or walnuts, chopped (optional)
BROWN SUGAR GLAZE:
1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
3 Tablespoons butter
1/2 teaspoon vanilla
1 Tablespoon heavy cream

Steps:

  • CAKE: Heat the oven to 350° F. Grease an 8-inch pan and set aside. In a medium bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking soda, salt and cinnamon.Stir with a whisk to mix everything together. In a large bowl, mix the eggs with a hand mixer til light in color and foamy. Add the oil and vanilla and beat well. Stir in the flour mixture with a spoon and continue stirring the batter til the flour disappears. Add the apples and nuts (if using) and stir to mix them into the batter. Scrape batter into prepared pan and bake for 40-45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Place the hot cake on a wire cake. While it's still hot, prepare the glaze. GLAZE: Combine all the ingredients into a saucepan. Cook over medium heat, stirring often, until the mixture comes to a gentle boil. Cook for 3-5 minutes. Spoon the hot glaze over the still hot-from-the-oven cake. Let the glazed cake cool completely before serving straight from the pan.

APPLE SPICE CAKE WITH BROWN SUGAR FROSTING



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I am a healthy eater most of the time, but this apple spice cake is worth the splurge! Every year, I treasure the opportunity to make my own birthday cake, and I choose this. You can add a cup of raisins to the batter before baking if you'd like. -Jennifer Owen, Louisville, Kentucky

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h5m

Yield 16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 19

4 medium Honeycrisp apples, peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces (about 1-1/2 pounds)
2 cups sugar
1/2 cup canola oil
2 large eggs, room temperature
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon pumpkin pie spice
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup buttermilk
1-1/2 cups chopped walnuts, toasted
FROSTING:
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup butter, softened
1 cup confectioners' sugar
1 cup packed brown sugar
1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
1-1/2 cups chopped walnuts, toasted

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Line bottoms of 2 greased 9-in. round baking pans with parchment; grease parchment., Place apples in a food processor; pulse until finely chopped. In a large bowl, beat sugar, oil, eggs and vanilla until well blended. In another bowl, whisk flour, pie spice, baking powder and salt; gradually beat into sugar mixture alternately with buttermilk. Stir in apples and walnuts., Transfer to prepared pans. Bake until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean, 35-40 minutes. Cool in pans 10 minutes before removing to wire racks; remove paper. Cool completely., In a large bowl, beat cream cheese, butter, sugars, vanilla and pie spice until smooth. Spread frosting between layers and over top and sides of cake. Gently press walnuts into frosting on top of cake. Refrigerate leftovers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 574 calories, Fat 33g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 53mg cholesterol, Sodium 326mg sodium, Carbohydrate 67g carbohydrate (51g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 7g protein.

FRESH APPLE CAKE II



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A moist and nutty cake that keeps and freezes well. Frost with your choice of frostings. Some suggestions are: Cream Cheese Frosting, Whipped Cream or White Buttercream.

Provided by CLAREKOE

Categories     Desserts     Fruit Dessert Recipes     Apple Dessert Recipes

Time 1h10m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 cups chopped apples
2 cups white sugar
2 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking soda
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon salt
½ cup vegetable oil
2 eggs, beaten
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 cup chopped walnuts

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour a 9x13 inch pan. In a medium bowl, stir together the sugar and apples, set aside. Sift together the flour, baking soda, cinnamon and salt.
  • In a large bowl, stir together the oil, eggs and vanilla. Add the apples and sugar, mix well. Stir in the dry ingredients, then the nuts. Pour into the prepared pan and spread evenly.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 45 minutes, or until cake springs back to the touch.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 191.1 calories, Carbohydrate 27.9 g, Cholesterol 15.5 mg, Fat 8.3 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 2.4 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 208 mg, Sugar 18.7 g

FRESH APPLE CAKE (OPTIONAL - WITH BROWN SUGAR ICING)



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Yum! A wonderful recipe from Gooseberry Patch from "Our Favourite Harvest Recipes" book. Easy and very good with Recipe #388552, which is what was listed with this in their cookbook. Enjoy!

Provided by Nif_H

Categories     Breakfast

Time 1h45m

Yield 12-15 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

5 baking apples, cored, peeled and sliced
2 teaspoons cinnamon
5 tablespoons sugar
2 1/2 cups sugar
3 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
4 eggs, beaten
1 cup oil
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1/3 cup orange juice
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda

Steps:

  • Toss apples with cinnamon and 5 tablespoons sugar; set aside.
  • Mix remaining ingredients together; blend well. Pour 1/3 of the batter into a greased and floured 10" tube pan (like a bundt cake pan); layer with half of the apples. Repeat layers and pour remaining batter on top.
  • Bake at 350 degrees for 1-1/2 to 1-3/4 hours, or until a toothpick inserted in the center removes clean.
  • Cool on a wire rack for 10 minutes; invert tube pan and remove to cool completely.
  • Frost with Brown Sugar Icing.

MOM'S BEST APPLE CAKE WITH CARAMEL FROSTING



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Looking for a way to use up an abundance of apples, I stumbled across this recipe on Pinterest and traced it to bunnysoven.com. She gives credit to Examiner.Com, from Anne Marie Hurley, Livonia, Michigan. I took the liberty of tweeking this just a little. What makes this cake killer is the caramel frosting you make and pour over the cake. Make the cake let it cool , make the caramel sauce and pour the hot caramel sauce over the cake. Uh huh, gooey delicious caramel over a moist apple filled cake. It's easy, fast to make and incredibly delicious. This is a keeper!

Provided by Sharon123

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h35m

Yield 1 cake

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 cup vegetable oil (I know of people who sub all or half applesauce)
2 cups sugar
3 eggs
1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla
2 cups flour (may use 1/2 cup whole wheat flour in place of 1/2 cup white flour)
1 teaspoon salt
1/2-1 teaspoon cinnamon (optional)
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg (optional)
1 teaspoon baking soda
3 cups apples, peeled and diced
1/2 cup butter
1 cup brown sugar
1/4 cup milk (may sub almond milk or other non dairy milk)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350*F. Grease and flour a 9 x 13 baking dish.
  • Cake: In a large mixing bowl, beat together the oil, sugar, eggs, and vanilla. Add the flour, salt, cinnamon and nutmeg(if using), and baking soda. Beat together until well-incorporated. Stir in the apples.
  • Pour the cake batter into the prepared baking dish. Bake for 55 - 60 minutes. Cool completely before adding the topping.
  • Topping: In a saucepan, combine the butter, brown sugar, and milk. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture boils. Boil without stirring for 3 minutes. Remove from heat and immediately spread over the top of the cooled cake. Let sit for an hour prior to serving.

FRESH APPLE CAKE WITH BROWNED BUTTER FROSTING



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Bake this delicious apple cake using pecans and top it with browned butter frosting for a perfect fall dessert.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 3h15m

Yield 15

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 1/2 cups chopped pecans
2 cups Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup butter, melted
2 cups sugar
2 eggs
2 teaspoons vanilla
2 1/2 lb Granny Smith apples (about 4 large), peeled, cut into 1/4-inch wedges
1 cup butter
1 box (16 oz) powdered sugar
1/4 cup milk

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. Spread pecans in ungreased shallow pan. Bake uncovered 6 to 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until light brown. Cool.
  • Spray 13x9-inch pan with cooking spray. In medium bowl, mix flour, cinnamon, baking soda and salt. In large bowl, stir together melted butter, sugar, eggs and 1 teaspoon of the vanilla until blended. Stir in flour mixture just until blended. Stir in apples and 1 cup of the toasted pecans. (Batter will be very thick, similar to cookie dough.) Spread batter in pan.
  • Bake 45 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool completely in pan on cooling rack.
  • Meanwhile, in 1-quart heavy saucepan, cook 1 cup butter over medium heat 6 to 8 minutes, stirring constantly, until butter begins to turn golden brown. Immediately remove from heat and pour into small bowl. Cover; refrigerate 1 hour or until butter begins to solidify.
  • Beat browned butter with electric mixer on medium speed until fluffy. Gradually add powdered sugar alternately with milk, beating on low speed until blended. Stir in remaining 1 teaspoon vanilla. Frost cake. Sprinkle with remaining 1/2 cup toasted pecans. Store covered in refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 560, Carbohydrate 80 g, Fat 5, Fiber 2 g, Protein 4 g, SaturatedFat 13 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 420 mg

Tips:

  • Prep your apples properly: Peel, core, and slice your apples thinly and evenly for optimal baking results.
  • Don't overcrowd the pan: Spread the apples evenly in a single layer to ensure even cooking and prevent sogginess.
  • Use a quality cinnamon: Opt for Ceylon cinnamon for its superior flavor and aroma.
  • Don't overmix the batter: Overmixing can result in a tough, dense cake. Mix just until the ingredients are well combined.
  • Bake until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean: This indicates that the cake is done baking.
  • Let the cake cool completely before adding the icing: This will help the icing set properly and prevent it from melting.

Conclusion:

With its moist, flavorful crumb, abundance of tender apples, and optional decadent brown sugar icing, this fresh apple cake is sure to impress. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a novice in the kitchen, this recipe is easy to follow and yields a delicious homemade treat. Perfect for any occasion, from casual gatherings to special celebrations, this classic apple cake is a delightful way to enjoy the taste of fresh apples.

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