Ingredients and Weight:
- All-purpose flour: 2 cups (250g)
- Baking powder: 2 teaspoons (10g)
- Baking soda: 1 teaspoon (5g)
- Salt: 1/4 teaspoon (2g)
- Ground cinnamon: 1 teaspoon (5g)
- Granulated sugar: 1 cup (200g)
- Unsalted butter, softened: 1/2 cup (113g)
- Eggs: 2 large
- Vanilla extract: 1 teaspoon (5ml)
- Apples, peeled and diced: 2 medium (500g)
- Walnuts, chopped: 1 cup (100g)
Preparation Time: 20 minutes
Cooking Time: 45-50 minutes
Difficulty Level: 2 (Easy)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13-inch baking pan.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
- In a separate bowl, cream together sugar and butter until light and fluffy.
- Beat in eggs one at a time, then vanilla extract.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to wet ingredients, alternating with sips of milk and beating until just combined.
- Fold in diced apples and walnuts.
- Pour batter into prepared baking pan and bake for 45-50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: 280 per slice
- Fat: 12g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Protein: 5g
Dish Characteristics:
- Moist and flavorful
- Spiced with cinnamon and vanilla
- Loaded with juicy apples and crunchy walnuts
- Perfectly balanced for American taste preferences
User Comments:
- "The perfect fall dessert! The apples and walnuts give it a wonderful texture and flavor."
- "I love the combination of the sweetness of the apples and the bitterness of the walnuts."
- "This cake is so easy to make and always turns out delicious. It's a hit with my family and friends."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Do not overmix the batter, as this will make the cake tough.
- If you don't have walnuts on hand, you can substitute pecans or almonds.
- To make a gluten-free version, replace the all-purpose flour with a gluten-free flour blend.
- Serve the cake warm with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of ice cream for an extra special treat.
