It’s a little embarrassing, but I just keep on praising this dish.
This Apple Cider Crazy Cake is a delightful, easy-to-make dessert perfect for fall. It’s a “crazy cake” because it requires no eggs, milk, or butter, making it a simple and delicious treat. The warm spices and apple cider create a moist and flavorful cake that’s perfect for any occasion.
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Ingredients:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| All-purpose flour | 1 1/2 cups |
| Granulated sugar | 1 cup |
| Baking soda | 1 teaspoon |
| Salt | 1/2 teaspoon |
| Ground cinnamon | 1 teaspoon |
| Ground nutmeg | 1/2 teaspoon |
| Ground cloves | 1/4 teaspoon |
| Vegetable oil | 1/3 cup |
| Apple cider vinegar | 1 tablespoon |
| Vanilla extract | 1 teaspoon |
| Apple cider | 1 cup |
| Powdered sugar (optional) | As needed |
Instructions:
- Preheat the oven and prepare the pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease an 8×8-inch baking pan.
- Combine dry ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking soda, salt, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and ground cloves.
- Create wells: Make three wells in the dry ingredients.
- Add wet ingredients: Pour the vegetable oil into one well, the apple cider vinegar into the second well, and the vanilla extract into the third well.
- Add apple cider and mix: Pour the apple cider over all the ingredients. Mix until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Pour batter into pan: Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan, spreading it evenly.
- Bake: Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool: Let the cake cool in the pan on a wire rack.
- Garnish (optional): Once cool, dust with powdered sugar or drizzle with a simple glaze, if desired.
- Serve: Cut into squares and serve.
