Cinnamon Apple Cake

A close-up of a slice of apple cinnamon cake with chopped nuts on top, resting on a blue-green plate. A fork is positioned next to the cake, partially cutting into it.

5 from 1 vote

All the flavor of a donut shop fritter in a lighter, baked treat. This cinnamon apple cake is packed with fresh apples, warm spices, and a sweet swirl topping that makes every slice worth it.

Prep Time10

Cook Time30

Total Time40

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American

Keyword: cinnamon apple cake

Servings: servings

Author: Gina Matsoukas

Ingredients

1 cup almond flour
1/2 cup buckwheat flour
1/2 cup whole wheat pastry flour
11/2 teaspoons cinnamon
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
11/4 cup diced apples
1 egg
3 tablespoons coconut oil melted
1 cup almond milk
1/4 cup maple syrup

Topping

1/2 tablespoon cinnamon
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1/4 cup chopped pecans optional

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 325°F and grease a 9"x13" (or similar) baking dish.
Combine flours, cinnamon, baking soda, salt and apples in a large bowl.
In a small bowl, whisk together the remaining wet ingredients.
Add the wet ingredients to the large bowl and mix together.
Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish.
Combine the topping ingredients in a small bowl and sprinkle all over the top of the batter.
Bake for 30-32 minutes until center is set and just cooked through.
Remove from oven and let cool for about 15 minutes before cutting.

Notes

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