Easy Apple Dapple Cake with Warm Glaze
This Easy Apple Dapple Cake with Warm Glaze is a comforting, fall-inspired dessert that’s moist and loaded with fresh apple chunks. Warm spices bring out the natural sweetness of the apples, creating a rich and flavorful cake. A buttery, warm glaze poured over the top soaks into every bite, making it even more irresistible. Perfect for family gatherings, cozy weekends, or any occasion that calls for a sweet treat!
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 916kcal
Equipment
Ingredients
- 3 Cups Flour
- 1 Tsp Baking Soda
- 2 Tsp Ground Cinnamon
- ½ Tsp Ground Nutmeg
- ½ Tsp Salt
- 1 ½ Cups Vegetable Oil
- 1 Cup Sugar
- ½ cup Brown Sugar (packed)
- 2 Tsp Vanilla Extract
- 3 Eggs
- 5 Apples (3 Honey Crisp and 2 Granny Smith) (medium) (peeled and cubed)
Warm Glaze:
- ⅓ Cup Butter
- ⅓ Cup Brown Sugar (packed)
- ¼ Cup Sugar
- ⅓ Cup Heavy Cream
- ½ Tsp Vanilla Extract
Instructions
- Prep the Oven and Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking pan or a large Bundt pan to prevent sticking.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together 3 cups of flour, 1 teaspoon of baking soda, 2 teaspoons of ground cinnamon, ½ teaspoon of ground nutmeg, and ½ teaspoon of salt. Set aside.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine 1 ½ cups of vegetable oil, 1 cup of sugar, ½ cup of packed brown sugar, and 2 teaspoons of vanilla extract. Stir until smooth and well mixed.
- Add Eggs: Crack in 3 eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition until the batter is smooth and fluffy.
- Incorporate Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, stirring gently until just combined and no dry streaks remain.
- Fold in Apples: Gently fold in 5 medium peeled and cubed apples. Mix until the apples are evenly distributed throughout the batter. I usually use about 3 Honeycrisp apples and 2 Granny Smith apples.
- Pour and Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread it out evenly. Bake for 50–60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Prepare the Warm Glaze: When the cake is almost finished baking, melt ⅓ cup butter in a small saucepan over medium heat. Add ⅓ cup packed brown sugar, ¼ cup sugar, and ⅓ cup heavy cream, stirring until smooth. Let the glaze come to a gentle simmer, then cook for an additional 2–3 minutes until slightly thickened. Remove from heat and stir in ½ teaspoon vanilla extract.
- Glaze the Cake: While the cake is still warm, pour the glaze over the top, letting it soak in for extra flavor and moistness.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the cake to cool slightly before slicing. Enjoy warm for the best flavor!
Nutrition
Calories: 916kcal | Carbohydrates: 107g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 54g | Saturated Fat: 14g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 24g | Monounsaturated Fat: 13g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 93mg | Sodium: 379mg | Potassium: 201mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 67g | Vitamin A: 534IU | Vitamin C: 8mg | Calcium: 117mg | Iron: 3mg