This Apple Tea Cake Recipe has a rich, moist texture thanks to the combination of applesauce, oil, and juicy apple pieces. The apple pie spice infuses the cake with warm, cozy flavors, giving it a delightful balance of cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves.
You'll love the caramel note from the spices, and the sweetness of the apples. It's a comforting treat that's perfect with a cup of coffee or tea!
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- What makes an Apple Tea Cake irresistible
- What you'll need: ingredients
- Step-by-step guide: instructions
- Watch and learn: recipe video
- Essential equipment for this recipe
- Frequently asked questions (FAQ's)
- Deb's tips for the perfect dish
- How to store leftovers
- More recipes you'll love
- Perfect pairings: what to serve with
- Apple Tea Cake Recipe
What makes an Apple Tea Cake irresistible
It's all about the warm apple pie spice adds a cozy, autumn-inspired aroma! I love the perfect blend of flavors and textures. The moistness from the applesauce and fresh apples ensures every bite is tender and satisfying. while the warm apple pie spice adds a cozy, autumn-inspired aroma.
The combination of warm spices, juicy apples, and a soft, melt-in-your-mouth crumb makes it hard to resist!
What you'll need: ingredients
Please refer to the printable recipe card at the bottom of this post for the exact measurements.
- all purpose flour
- baking powder
- baking soda
- pinch salt
- apple pie spice
- vegetable oil
- granulated sugar
- brown sugar
- apple sauce
- eggs
- pure vanilla extract
- orange juice
- apples
- powdered sugar
Step-by-step guide: instructions
This is an overview of the instructions. For complete directions, scroll down to the bottom.
- Preheat oven to 325°F.
- Mix the dry ingredients together with a whisk.
- In another mixing bowl, add the wet ingredients. Combine well.
- Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and combine with the whisk.
- Fold the apples into the cake batter.
- Spray a 9" Springform Pan with baking spray (oil and flour) then pour the cake batter into the pan.
- Spoon the batter into the prepared cake pan.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes.
- Allow to cool for 30 minutes in the pan, on a wire rack.
- Remove the apple cake from the springform pan and allow to cool completely.
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Essential equipment for this recipe
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Frequently asked questions (FAQ's)
Whenever I make a pie or cake with apples, I like to use a combination of both sweet and tart apples. I use half granny smith, then half honey crisp, or fuji or some other sweet apple.
The apples will need to be peeled and cored. Then diced into small ½" cubes, no bigger.
Deb's tips for the perfect dish
Don't skip the apple pie spice. It adds a subtle caramel flavor.
- Take your apple tea cake to the next level by toasting the apple pie spice in a dry saucepan over medium heat. You'll know they are ready when you can smell the toasty spices.
How to store leftovers
Refrigerate - Once the cake has cooled completely, store in an airtight container, at room temperature, for up to 5 days. Keep a piece of paper towel in the container, as this type of cake can make a lot of moisture.
Freezer - This cake freezes excellently. Store in a freezer-safe container for up to 6 months.
More recipes you'll love
The Apple Spice Bundt Cake is another tender, moist cake with the perfect crumb. Apple Cobbler made with Cinnamon Rolls just couldn't be easier to make. It only has two ingredients!
Ooh and one more I want to share - my recipe for Apple Dumplings! Talk about easy! All you need for the perfect dessert is some soft serve vanilla ice cream!
Perfect pairings: what to serve with
Heating a slice in the microwave for 30 seconds prior to topping with Vanilla ice cream or whipped cream with a drizzle of caramel? {chef's kiss!}
So what did you think of this amazing recipe? I hope you love it as much as we do! I'd appreciate hearing your feedback. Please take the time to leave a quick comment below!
Apple Tea Cake Recipe
Equipment
- 1 9" springform pan
Ingredients
- 1-¼ cup all purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- pinch salt
- 1 teaspoon apple pie spice
- ½ cup vegetable oil
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ¼ cup brown sugar
- ½ cup apple sauce
- 2 large eggs
- ½ teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon orange juice
- 2 cups apples peeled and chopped
- powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325°F.
- Mix Flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt and apple pie spice in a medium mixing bowl. Mix well with a whisk.
- In another medium bowl, add the vegetable oil, sugars, apple sauce, eggs, vanilla and orange juice and mix with a whisk.
- Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and combine with the whisk.
- Fold the chopped apples into the cake batter with a spoon.
- Spray a 9" Springform Pan with baking spray (oil and flour) then pour the cake batter into the pan. Give a little shake to make sure the batter is evenly distributed.
- Bake in the middle of the oven for 25-30 minutes.
- Remove - check if it is done using a toothpick. Only a crumb or two should remain on the stick.
- Allow to cool for 30 minutes in the pan, on a wire rack.
- Remove from the pan and allow to cool completely on the wire rack. Dust with powdered sugar and serve.
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