Description
This Glazed Honeycrisp Apple Fritter Cake is a delightful fall dessert that captures the essence of classic apple fritters in a moist, flavorful cake. Featuring chunks of sweet Honeycrisp apples layered in a spiced batter and topped with a luscious vanilla glaze and flaky sea salt, this cake is perfect served warm or at room temperature for a cozy treat.
Ingredients
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Cake Batter
- 1 stick (1/2 cup) salted butter, melted
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup apple butter (or applesauce/pumpkin butter)
- 1/2 cup Greek yogurt or sour cream
- 2 eggs, at room temperature
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
Apple Mixture
- 2 Honeycrisp apples, chopped (about 2 cups)
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Glaze
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2-3 tablespoons whole milk
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- Flaky sea salt, for sprinkling
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9×9 inch baking dish with parchment paper for easy removal and cleanup.
- Make the Batter: In a large bowl, combine the melted butter, brown sugar, apple butter, Greek yogurt, eggs, and vanilla extract. Stir until well blended. Add the all-purpose flour, cinnamon, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Mix gently until just combined to avoid overmixing.
- Prepare Apple Mixture: In a separate bowl, toss the chopped Honeycrisp apples with brown sugar, cinnamon, and vanilla extract until the apples are evenly coated.
- Layer the Cake: Spread half of the batter evenly into the prepared baking dish. Spoon half of the apple mixture over the batter. Cover the apples with the remaining batter, then top with the rest of the apples along with any juices left in the bowl.
- Bake the Cake: Place the baking dish in the oven and bake for 55 to 60 minutes, or until the cake is just set and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean or with just a few moist crumbs. Remove from the oven and let cool for 10 minutes.
- Make the Glaze: While the cake cools, whisk together powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and enough whole milk (2-3 tablespoons) to achieve a smooth drizzleable consistency.
- Glaze and Serve: Drizzle the glaze evenly over the warm cake. Sprinkle with flaky sea salt for a perfect sweet-salty finish. Serve warm or at room temperature and enjoy your fall-inspired treat!
Notes
- This cake combines the flavors and textures of apple fritters in an easy-to-make cake form, making it a perfect fall dessert or snack.
- Using Honeycrisp apples adds a sweet and crisp bite that holds up well during baking.
- If desired, substitute Greek yogurt with sour cream for a slightly different tang and tenderness.
- The flaky sea salt on top enhances the sweetness of the glaze, balancing flavors beautifully.
- Make sure not to overmix the batter to keep the cake tender and light.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 1/8 of the cake)
- Calories: 396 kcal
- Sugar: 28 g
- Sodium: 230 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 58 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 55 mg
