With the onset of cooler temperatures, rainy and cloudy days, and hints of fall in the air, I have been craving all things fall and all the nostalgia that comes with it!
One of my favorite things to do on cool mornings is enjoy a hot cup of coffee and a piece of my Mamaw’s Fresh Apple Cake. It’s warm and filling and oh, so delicious!
This recipe is a favorite of many of my family members and I get lots of requests for it this time of year!
It’s a very simple recipe and very easy to make, but will impress folks every time.
I start by peeling and dicing my apples into small bits like this. (And saving the peels, cores and egg shells for my chickens!)
In my stand mixer I use the whisk attachment to mix together the oil and sugar, and then add beaten eggs.
I mix my dry ingredients in my Mamaw’s sifter.
I then switch attachments on my mixer and fold in the dry ingredients. I do this because this makes a very thick batter, and the whisk attachment won’t mix it well and it will just get clogged up.
Slowly fold in the apples and nuts.
I use a spatula to scoop somewhat evenly into greased bunt pan because this makes a very dense, thick batter. It won’t be perfect, but as it bakes it will even out!
Now it’s time to bake! In my oven it takes just under an hour. I would start checking this at about 45 minutes just to make sure it doesn’t over cook and dry out.
Let cool and dump onto a plate or cake dish.
Enjoy!
Fresh Apple Cake:
- 1 1/2 cups vegetable oil
- 2 cups sugar
- 2 eggs, well beaten
- 3 cups flour
- 2 teaspoons vanilla
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 3 cups diced apples
- 1 cup of nuts (optional, I use walnuts)
What is your favorite fall treat? Comment below and let me know!
(I’m including a link to the KitchenAid Mixer I use. This one is on Amazon and is an affiliate link. If you purchase, I will earn a small portion of the sale at no additional cost to you!)
