Here’s a complete, detailed recipe for the dessert in your photo – a spiced Apple Cinnamon Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting. I’ll give you everything: history, introduction, ingredients, methods, instructions, benefits, formation, nutrition, conclusion, and even a touch for “lovers of the recipe.” 🍎✨

🍰 Apple Cinnamon Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting

Introduction

There is nothing more comforting than the aroma of apples, cinnamon, and brown sugar wafting through the kitchen. This Apple Cinnamon Cake is a moist, spiced dessert filled with chunks of tender apples and topped with a luscious cream cheese frosting. It’s the perfect cake for fall gatherings, family celebrations, or even just to enjoy with a hot cup of coffee. The combination of warm spices and creamy topping makes it a dessert that appeals to almost everyone.

History

Apple cakes have been enjoyed across cultures for centuries. In Europe, particularly in Germany, Apfelkuchen (apple cake) has been a staple since the Middle Ages. In America, apple cakes became popular with the arrival of European settlers, especially in areas where apples grew abundantly. This particular version, spiced and topped with cream cheese frosting, is a modern adaptation that merges traditional fruit cakes with American-style frosted cakes.

Ingredients

For the Cake:

2 cups all-purpose flour
1 ½ tsp baking powder
½ tsp baking soda
½ tsp salt
1 ½ tsp ground cinnamon
½ tsp ground nutmeg
½ tsp ground allspice
½ cup unsalted butter, softened
1 cup light brown sugar, packed
2 large eggs
1 tsp vanilla extract
½ cup sour cream or plain yogurt
2 cups peeled and chopped apples (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)
½ cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)

For the Cream Cheese Frosting:

8 oz cream cheese, softened
½ cup unsalted butter, softened
3 cups powdered sugar
1 tsp vanilla extract
½ tsp cinnamon (optional, for swirling)

Instructions & Method

Step 1: Prepare the Cake Batter

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×9-inch baking dish or line with parchment.
In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and allspice.
In another bowl, cream butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, then stir in vanilla.
Mix in sour cream (or yogurt).
Gradually fold in the dry mixture until just combined.
Gently fold in chopped apples and nuts.

Step 2: Bake the Cake

Pour batter into prepared pan and spread evenly.
Bake for 35–40 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
Allow cake to cool completely before frosting.

Step 3: Make the Cream Cheese Frosting

Beat cream cheese and butter until smooth.
Add powdered sugar gradually, beating until fluffy.
Stir in vanilla extract.
Spread frosting evenly over cooled cake.
For extra flair, swirl a little cinnamon on top of the frosting.

Benefits

Apples are rich in fiber and antioxidants, supporting digestion and heart health.
Cinnamon has anti-inflammatory properties and helps regulate blood sugar.
Nuts provide protein and healthy fats.
Cream cheese adds calcium and richness, though best enjoyed in moderation.

Formation

This cake forms a soft, moist crumb filled with juicy apple chunks that keep it tender. The layer of cream cheese frosting creates a balance of sweetness and tang, while the cinnamon swirl adds warmth and a bakery-style finish.

Nutrition (per slice – approx. 1/12 of cake)

Calories: ~350
Carbohydrates: 45g
Protein: 4g
Fat: 16g
Fiber: 2g
Sugar: 28g

(Values will vary depending on exact ingredients used.)

Conclusion

This Apple Cinnamon Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting is more than just a dessert—it’s comfort in a pan. It blends tradition with indulgence, offering a sweet treat that pairs beautifully with coffee, tea, or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

Lovers of This Recipe ❤️

Apple lovers who can’t resist a fruit-filled dessert.
Cinnamon lovers who crave warm, spiced flavors.
Cake lovers who enjoy moist, rich, and frosted cakes.
Home bakers who want an easy but impressive dessert for family or guests.

✨ With each forkful, this cake brings nostalgia, warmth, and love to the table.

Would you like me to also give you a no-frosting version (like a rustic apple coffee cake) for when you want something simpler?