Apple Cinnamon Snack Cake
A cozy and moist apple cinnamon snack cake that is refined sugar-free, perfect for a sweet treat without the guilt.
Servings: 9 pieces
Calories: 180kcal
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 cups Chopped apples Use Honeycrisp, Granny Smith, Pink Lady, or Fuji for best results.
- 1 cup Unsweetened applesauce Adds moisture.
- 2 large Eggs
- 1/2 cup Oil or melted butter Oil for a lighter cake, butter for richer flavor.
- 1/2 cup Maple syrup or honey For sweetness.
- 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups All-purpose flour Can substitute with whole wheat or gluten-free blend.
- 1 teaspoon Baking powder For leavening.
- 1/2 teaspoon Baking soda
- 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon Plus more for tossing with apples or topping.
- 1/4 teaspoon Salt
- 1/2 cup Milk or non-dairy milk
Optional Add-ins
- 1/2 cup Chopped walnuts or pecans For crunch.
- 1/2 cup Raisins Optional.
- 1/2 cup Chopped dates For extra sweetness.
- 1/2 cup Unsweetened shredded coconut For a cozy twist.
- 1/2 cup Chocolate chips If not strict about refined sugar free.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease an 8x8 or 9x9 baking pan and line it with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, applesauce, oil or melted butter, maple syrup (or honey), vanilla, and milk until well combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
- Gently combine the wet and dry ingredients. Stir until just mixed; do not overmix.
- Fold in the chopped apples, ensuring they are evenly distributed.
Baking
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and bake for approximately 35-40 minutes, or until the center springs back and a toothpick comes out with a few moist crumbs.
- Allow to cool in the pan before slicing.
Notes
This cake is even better the next day as the flavors meld.