How long does apple cake take to bake?

About 30 minutes at 350°F. Check for doneness with a toothpick in the center — it should come out clean.

What’s the secret to a flavorful apple cake?

Use fresh, crisp apples, real maple syrup, and cinnamon. Let the cake rest a bit before serving so flavors meld beautifully.

How to know if apple cake is done?

The top turns golden, and a toothpick inserted into the middle comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs.

How long will an apple cake keep?

Up to 5 days in the fridge or 2 months in the freezer when stored properly in an airtight container.

Apple Cake Recipe | Simple & Amazing Gluten-Free Dessert

Name: Moist and Easy Apple Cake (Gluten-Free Christmas Dessert)
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 40 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1/2 cup milk, room temperature (any milk works; almond milk for dairy free); 1/2 cup maple syrup; 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce; 1/3 cup melted coconut oil or butter; 2 large eggs, room temperature; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 2 cups gluten-free all-purpose flour; 1 cup almond flour; 2 teaspoons baking powder; 1/2 teaspoon baking soda; 1 teaspoon cinnamon; 1 apple, cored and very thinly sliced; Topping: 1/2 cup sugar; Topping: 1 teaspoon cinnamon; Topping: 1 tablespoon melted butter or coconut oil

Description

Moist Apple Cake with warm cinnamon, maple sweetness, and tender apple slices. One bowl, gluten free, dairy free friendly, and perfect for Christmas gatherings.

Ingredients

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1/2 cup milk, room temperature (any milk works; almond milk for dairy free)

1/2 cup maple syrup

1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce

1/3 cup melted coconut oil or butter

2 large eggs, room temperature

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

2 cups gluten-free all-purpose flour

1 cup almond flour

2 teaspoons baking powder

1/2 teaspoon baking soda

1 teaspoon cinnamon

1 apple, cored and very thinly sliced

Topping: 1/2 cup sugar

Topping: 1 teaspoon cinnamon

Topping: 1 tablespoon melted butter or coconut oil

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Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Line and lightly grease a 9×9-inch cake pan.

2. Whisk milk, maple syrup, applesauce, melted coconut oil, eggs, and vanilla until smooth.

3. Add gluten-free flour, almond flour, baking powder, baking soda, and cinnamon. Stir just to combine.

4. Fold in thinly sliced apple evenly throughout the batter.

5. Pour batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top.

6. Stir sugar, cinnamon, and melted butter or coconut oil for the topping.

7. Sprinkle the cinnamon sugar mixture evenly over the batter.

8. Bake for 30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

9. Cool completely on a wire rack. Dust with powdered sugar or drizzle simple icing if desired.

Notes

Use any milk of choice. Maple syrup keeps it vegan; honey also works.

Coconut oil adds a subtle coconut note.

Slice apples very thin so they bake evenly.

Use tart, firm apples like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp for best texture.

One-bowl method keeps prep fast.

Store in an airtight container in the fridge up to 5 days.

Freeze slices up to 2 months; thaw in the fridge.

Dairy free if using almond milk and coconut oil.

Vegan friendly with flax eggs and maple syrup.

Reduce maple syrup and topping sugar for a lower-sugar version.

Moist, tender crumb with a slightly nutty flavor and warm cinnamon.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Christmas Dessert Recipes
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1
Calories: 148
Sugar: 8.8
Fat: 7.9
Carbohydrates: 18.5
Protein: 2.8