Introduction

Do you want a heartwarming apple dessert? Do you want to bake something easy? This recipe is for you. We will make an Easy One-Bowl Apple Snack Cake. It is simple to make. It will bring joy to your kitchen.

Why Make This Recipe

This recipe is very easy. You only need one bowl. This means less cleaning. The cake is moist and has great apple flavor. Everyone will like it. You can eat it for breakfast or a snack. The ingredients are simple. You can find them in your pantry. Even new bakers can make it well.

How to Make Easy One-Bowl Apple Snack Cake

Making this cake is straightforward. You mix wet ingredients. Then you add dry ingredients to the same bowl. Finally, you fold in apples and bake.

Ingredients of Easy One-Bowl Apple Snack Cake

Wet Ingredients:
Melted unsalted butter
Granulated sugar
Large eggs
Vanilla extract
Whole or 2% milk

Dry Ingredients:
All-purpose flour
Baking powder
Ground cinnamon
Nutmeg (optional)
Pinch of salt

The Star Ingredient:
Apples (firm, sweet-tart kinds like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp). Peel, core, and dice them into small pieces.

Directions of Easy One-Bowl Apple Snack Cake

Prepare Your Pan & Oven: Heat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour an 8×8 inch square baking pan. Or you can line it with parchment paper.
Combine Wet Ingredients: In a big mixing bowl, whisk melted butter and sugar together. Beat in the eggs one by one. Stir in vanilla extract and milk until smooth.
Add Dry Ingredients: Add flour, baking powder, ground cinnamon, nutmeg (if you use it), and salt to the same bowl. Gently stir with a spoon until just mixed. Do not mix too much. Small lumps are fine.
Fold in the Apples: Gently fold in the diced apples. Make sure they are spread evenly in the batter.
Bake to Perfection: Pour the batter into your pan. Spread it evenly. Bake for 30-35 minutes. Or bake until a wooden skewer put into the middle comes out clean.
Cool & Serve: Let the cake cool in the pan on a wire rack for 15-20 minutes. Then slice and serve.

How to Serve Easy One-Bowl Apple Snack Cake

Eat it plain with coffee or tea.
Serve warm with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.
It’s good for breakfast with eggs or yogurt.
Drizzle with caramel sauce or dust with powdered sugar.

How to Store Easy One-Bowl Apple Snack Cake

Store the cake in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. You can store it in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. It tastes good warm.

Tips to Make Easy One-Bowl Apple Snack Cake

Do not overmix: Mixing too much makes the cake tough. Mix only until dry ingredients are wet.
Apple choice: Use firm, sweet-tart apples for the best taste and texture.
Patience: Let the cake cool. This helps it set and keeps it from falling apart.
Room temperature ingredients: Use eggs and milk at room temperature. They mix better.
Measure correctly: Measure flour carefully for the best cake texture.
Check for doneness: Ovens are different. Start checking a few minutes before the recipe time.

Variation

Nutty Crunch: Add 1/2 cup of chopped walnuts or pecans with the apples for crunch.
Berry Good: Use some apples and some fresh or frozen berries for a different fruit taste.
Spiced Up: Add a little ground ginger or cloves for more spice.
Glaze it! Mix powdered sugar with a little milk or lemon juice for a simple, sweet topping.

FAQs

Q1: What kind of apples are best for an Easy One-Bowl Apple Snack Cake?

A1: Use firm, sweet-tart apples. Good choices are Granny Smith, Honeycrisp, Fuji, Gala, or Braeburn. These apples hold their shape well and taste great.

Q2: Can I make this Easy One-Bowl Apple Snack Cake ahead of time?

A2: Yes, you can. Bake it one or two days before you want to eat it. Keep it in a closed container at room temperature for up to 3 days. Or keep it in the fridge for up to 5 days.

Q3: How do I prevent my Easy One-Bowl Apple Snack Cake from being dry?

A3: Do not mix the batter too much. Mix just until the dry parts are wet. Also, do not bake it for too long. Check if it’s done a few minutes before the recipe says. A skewer put into the middle should come out clean.