Absolutely! Here’s a long, detailed recipe for a “Mix-and-Bake Apple Cake” — super simple, no mixer needed, and it turns out incredibly soft, moist, and full of warm apple-cinnamon flavor. Just mix everything in one bowl and bake!
🍎 Easy Mix-and-Bake Apple Cake
The Softest, Most Delicious Apple Cake Ever!
🧁 What Makes This Cake Special?
- No electric mixer needed
- Ultra-moist from fresh apples and oil
- Lightly spiced for cozy flavor
- Perfect for dessert, brunch, or even breakfast!
📋 Ingredients:
Dry Ingredients:
- 2 cups (250g) all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- ¼ tsp nutmeg (optional)
- ½ tsp salt
Wet Ingredients:
- 2 large eggs
- ¾ cup (150g) granulated sugar
- ½ cup (100g) brown sugar (for extra moisture & flavor)
- 1 cup (240ml) vegetable oil or melted butter
- ¼ cup (60ml) milk or buttermilk
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
Add-ins:
- 2–3 medium apples, peeled and diced (about 2 cups)
- ½ cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
- Optional: ½ cup raisins or shredded coconut
🥣 Instructions:
1.
Preheat the Oven:
- Set oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease and flour a 9×13-inch pan or line with parchment paper.
2.
Mix Wet Ingredients:
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together:
- 2 eggs
- Both sugars (granulated and brown)
- Oil
- Milk
- Vanilla
Whisk until smooth and combined (about 1–2 minutes).
3.
Add Dry Ingredients:
- Sift or sprinkle in the flour, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
- Stir gently with a spatula or whisk until just combined (don’t overmix).
4.
Fold in the Apples & Add-ins:
- Add in your chopped apples (and optional nuts, raisins, or coconut).
- Fold gently to distribute evenly.
5.
Pour and Bake:
- Pour the batter into your prepared pan.
- Smooth the top with a spatula.
Bake for 35–45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. (Start checking around 35 minutes.)
🌬️ Let Cool & Serve:
- Cool in the pan for 10–15 minutes.
- Serve warm or let cool completely.
- Dust with powdered sugar or drizzle with glaze (see below).
🍯 Optional Glaze (Simple Vanilla Drizzle):
Mix together:
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1–2 tbsp milk
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
Drizzle over the cooled cake for a sweet finishing touch.
🧊 Storage:
- Store at room temp in an airtight container for 2–3 days.
- Refrigerate for up to 5–6 days.
- Freezes beautifully (wrap slices individually).
Would you like a version that’s gluten-free, eggless, or with whole wheat flour for a healthier twist? I’d be happy to provide variations!