Cinnamon Apple Cake Delight Recipe

If you’re craving something cozy, fragrant, and full of nostalgia, look no further than this Cinnamon Apple Cake with Sugar Glaze. Picture buttery chunks of apple nestled in a soft, cinnamon-laced crumb, finished with a dreamy snowdrift of sweet glaze — this is the bake that chases away grey days and brings everyone running to the kitchen.

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Ingredients You’ll Need

This Cinnamon Apple Cake with Sugar Glaze truly shines because of its straightforward ingredient list — nothing overly complicated, just a few well-chosen flavors working in delicious harmony. Each ingredient pulls its weight, creating a cake with gorgeous crumb, luscious apple bites, and the signature spiced aroma that fills your whole kitchen!

• All Purpose Flour (Plain Flour): Forms the base of the cake, ensuring a soft and fluffy texture throughout.
• Baking Powder & Baking Soda: These leaveners help the cake rise, making it airy with lovely lightness.
• Salt: Just a pinch brings all the flavors forward and balances the sweetness.
• Caster Sugar (or Granulated Sugar): Sweetens every bite and makes that signature crunchy topping.
• Red Apple: Use a juicy, crisp apple for natural sweetness and moist bursts in each slice.
• Large Eggs: Give structure, richness, and that classic “cake” crumb we all love.
• Vanilla Extract: Adds fragrant warmth and depth to both batter and glaze.
• Vegetable Oil: Oil keeps the cake supremely soft — no dry crumbs here!
• Greek Yogurt: The secret to tenderness and tang that balances the cake’s sweetness.
• Ground Cinnamon: The star of the topping, providing aromatic spice in every mouthful.
• Butter: Binds the cinnamon topping and encourages that irresistible crunch.
• Icing Sugar (Powdered Sugar): Creates a silky glaze to finish things off with a sweet flourish.
• Milk: Added to the glaze for smoothness and drizzle-able consistency.

Variations

Don’t be afraid to make this Cinnamon Apple Cake with Sugar Glaze your own — it’s the perfect canvas for a little creativity! Whether you want to adjust the sweetness, go gluten-free, or add a new fruit, it’s wonderfully adaptable to all tastes and dietary quirks.

• Pear & Apple Combo: Swap half the chopped apple for ripe diced pear for a super juicy, autumnal twist.
• Nutty Crunch: Stir in a handful of chopped walnuts or pecans for toasted flavor and extra texture.
• Gluten-Free Option: Replace the flour with your preferred cup-for-cup gluten-free blend for a celiac-friendly treat.
• Spiced Chai: Add a pinch of ground ginger, allspice, and cardamom to the batter for cozy chai-inspired magic.

How to Make Cinnamon Apple Cake with Sugar Glaze

Step 1: Prepare Your Pan and Preheat the Oven

Begin by preheating your oven to 180°C (350°F) for a standard oven or 160°C (320°F) for a fan-forced oven. Grease and line an 8-inch round cake pan with baking or parchment paper, making sure the sides are well-covered to prevent sticking and to promise a neat release later.

Step 2: Mix the Dry Ingredients and Apples

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and sugar. Once combined, fold in your freshly chopped apple — this lightly coats the apple pieces and helps them distribute for perfect apple-cake ratios in every bite.

Step 3: Whisk the Wet Ingredients

In a separate bowl, add the eggs, vanilla extract, oil, and thick Greek yogurt. Whisk just enough to break up the yolks and blend everything together, but don’t worry about over mixing here — it’s all about gentle combination.

Step 4: Combine and Finish the Batter

Pour your wet mixture into the bowl of dry ingredients and apples. Stir with a wooden spoon or spatula until just barely combined (some lumps are fine!). Over-mixing leads to tough cake, so stop as soon as all the flour is moistened. Spoon the batter into your prepared pan, smoothing the top.

Step 5: Make and Add the Cinnamon Topping

For that magical cinnamon-sugar crunch, mix together the sugar, ground cinnamon, and melted butter until the texture is moist and a bit lumpy. Sprinkle generously over the cake batter — it’ll turn into a golden, caramelized cap as it bakes.

Step 6: Bake and Cool

Bake the cake for about 30–35 minutes or until a skewer or toothpick poked into the center comes out clean. Let it rest in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to finish cooling; your kitchen will smell incredible by now!

Step 7: Glaze and Serve

Sift the icing sugar, then mix in 1 tablespoon of milk to create a smooth, pourable glaze. If it’s too thick, stir in another splash of milk until you have a luscious drizzle. Once the cake is completely cool, pour or zigzag the sugar glaze all over the top — the effect is just as gorgeous as it is delicious. Bite in and enjoy the symphony of flavors!

How to Serve Cinnamon Apple Cake with Sugar Glaze

Garnishes

A final shower of powdered sugar adds snowy drama, and if you’re feeling fancy, scatter a few thin apple slices or dust with extra cinnamon on top. For ultimate comfort, pair with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of softly whipped cream.

Side Dishes

This Cinnamon Apple Cake with Sugar Glaze is heavenly with hot drinks — try it alongside spiced chai, a frothy latte, or a mug of warm apple cider. For a special brunch, serve slices with a cheese board and fresh berries to balance the sweet and savory.

Creative Ways to Present

For gatherings, cut the cake into petite squares and skewer with cocktail picks for pretty sharing bites. For something rustic-chic, bake and serve in a cast iron skillet, drizzling the sugar glaze right before presenting at the table — instant farmhouse charm!

Make Ahead and Storage

Storing Leftovers

Store any leftover Cinnamon Apple Cake with Sugar Glaze in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days. If your kitchen is very warm or humid, you can pop it in the fridge to keep it fresh a touch longer — just let it come to room temperature before serving for best texture.

Freezing

This cake freezes beautifully! Wrap individual slices or the whole cake (unglazed, ideally) tightly in plastic wrap and layer with foil. Freeze for up to two months; thaw at room temperature, then add glaze before serving for that fresh-baked brilliance.

Reheating

If you like your Cinnamon Apple Cake with Sugar Glaze slightly warm, gently reheat a slice in the microwave for 10–15 seconds. For larger portions, a few minutes in a low oven restores its softness — add the glaze afterwards if you’ve held off until serving!

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Final Thoughts

I can’t wait for you to try this Cinnamon Apple Cake with Sugar Glaze in your own kitchen! It’s the kind of recipe that instantly feels like home, filling the air with cozy spice, sweet apples, and the promise of something wonderful to share — whether it’s for breakfast, dessert, or simply a well-deserved treat. Enjoy every delicious bite!

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