This Easy Apple Cake truly lives up to its name, requiring just 5 minutes of prep time to create a wonderfully moist, tender, and flavorful dessert. Packed with diced apples and fragrant spices, this cake is a comforting treat perfect for any occasion, from a casual weeknight dessert to a festive gathering.

Easy Apple Cake: 5-Minute Prep

Ingredients:

For the Cake:

Optional Topping:

Instructions:

1. Step 1: Preheat the Oven Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper for easy removal after baking.
2. Step 2: Mix the Dry Ingredients In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the 2 cups all-purpose flour, 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar, 1 teaspoon baking soda, 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, and 1/2 teaspoon salt until all ingredients are well combined.
3. Step 3: Combine the Wet Ingredients In a separate, medium-sized bowl, whisk together the 3 lightly beaten large eggs, 1 cup vegetable oil (or melted butter), and 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth.
4. Step 4: Make the Batter Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Stir gently with a spoon or spatula until just combined. The batter will be quite thick, which is normal for this type of cake. Fold in the 3 cups peeled, cored, and diced apples until they are evenly distributed throughout the batter. If you are using nuts, you can either fold the 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans into the batter or sprinkle them over the top once the batter is in the pan.
5. Step 5: Bake Spread the batter evenly into the prepared baking pan. Bake for 45–50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean or with just a few moist crumbs attached.
6. Step 6: Cool and Serve Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes on a wire rack. Then, using the parchment paper if you lined the pan, carefully lift the cake out and transfer it directly to the wire rack to cool completely. Once cooled, dust generously with powdered sugar before serving. Alternatively, serve with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an extra treat.