My passion lies in delving into the world of recipes for moist apple cake, and over the years, I have assembled 16 delightful ones that consistently wow. There’s the Classic Moist Apple Cake, the Apple Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting (my new favorite), and the Apple Streusel Cake (which, if you ask me, is an apple cake dressed up in fancy clothes).

I count among my favorite ways to make an apple cake moist and taste amazing the utterly delightful Aroma of Cinnamon Apple Bundt Cake and the lovely, rich Caramel Apple Cake.

The 16 Best apple cake moist recipes

1. Classic Moist Apple Cake

Classic Moist Apple Cake
is a treat that combines all-purpose flour, cinnamon, unsalted butter, and fresh apples into a delightful cake. The flavors and aromas of this cake make it a comforting choice for any occasion that calls for a lovely dessert.

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 cups peeled and diced apples

Instructions

1. Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) for preheating. Prepare a 9-inch round cake pan by greasing and flouring it.

2. In a mixing bowl, the flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon are combined. These ingredients are set aside.

3. In another bowl, beat together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, and then blend in the vanilla extract.

4. Slowly mix the dry ingredients with the wet ingredients until they are just combined. Fold in the apples. Then pour the resulting batter into a cake pan that you have prepared ahead of time with either grease or cooking spray. You should bake the cake for somewhere between 40 to 45 minutes. Poking it with a toothpick when you return to check on it should reveal no wet batter sticking to it for the cake to be considered done.

2. Cinnamon Apple Bundt Cake

The sweetness of chopped apples and the warmth of ground cinnamon come together beautifully in Cinnamon Apple Bundt Cake, a classic dessert that’s made with a simple batter of all-purpose flour, baking powder, and ‘tender’ butter. The result is a delightful cake that’s good enough to send to a friend or serve at any occasion.

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 2 large eggs
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 2 cups chopped peeled apples

Instructions

1. Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a bundt pan.

2. In a medium basin, combine the flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt. Mix together well and then set the bowl aside.

3. In a big bowl, mix together the sugar and butter until they are light and fluffy. Add the eggs, mixing in a single egg at a time, and beating well after each egg. Stir in a bit of vanilla extract to round out the flavor.

4. Slowly incorporate the dry ingredients with the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined. Gently fold in the chopped apples. Pour the batter into the prepared bundt pan. Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let the pan sit for about 10 minutes before serving.

3. German Apple Cake

A traditional dessert from Germany, the Apple Cake, is made by combining thinly sliced apples with a simple batter consisting of all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, melted unsalted butter, eggs, and vanilla. The cake has a lovely flavor, texture, and tenderness that make it a perfect dessert for any occasion.

Ingredients

4 apples, peeled, cored, and thinly sliced
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder

Instructions

1. Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a baking pan that measures 9×13 inches.

2. In a big bowl, combine the melted butter and sugar until they are smooth. Add the eggs and beat in the vanilla extract.

3. The flour and baking powder should be combined first. Then, add them to the wet mixture gradually. This is a very thick batter, so I use my trusty spatula to mix until just combined.

4. Into the baking pan that you’ve prepared, pour the batter; then, on top of it, lay down the apple slices. Bake for 40-50 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

4. Caramel Apple Cake

Caramel Apple Cake is a delightful dessert featuring sweet apples and warm cinnamon. All-purpose flour, granulated sugar, melted butter, and vanilla extract make up the simple batter.

Drizzled with caramel sauce, it’s perfect for your next fall gathering.

Ingredients

2 cups all-purpose flour
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3 medium apples, peeled and chopped
Caramel sauce (for topping)

Instructions

1. Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) to heat while you prepare a 9×13-inch baking pan by thoroughly greasing it.

2. In a sizable mixing bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and cinnamon, and whisk them together.

3. In yet another bowl, blend the sugar, melted butter, eggs, and vanilla extract until they are well combined, then fold in the bowl of dry ingredients.

4. Stir in the chopped apples gently, then pour the batter into the prepared pan. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

5. Allow the cake to cool a bit; then drizzle it with caramel sauce and serve.

5. Apple Coffee Cake

Delightful coffee cakes are a classic treat to enjoy with a cup of coffee or tea. When you take a bite of apple coffee cake, you quickly realize how well the flavors of tender apples, warm cinnamon, and soft butter cake work together.

The melt-in-your-mouth texture makes this cake always feel like a special occasion, and the good news is that you can whip it up anytime, as it keeps nicely on the counter and is equally delicious served either warm or at room temperature.

Ingredients

1 cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1 large egg
1/2 cup milk
1 cup peeled and chopped apples

Instructions

1. Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) to heat up. Prepare an 8×8-inch baking pan by greasing it.

2. Combine flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt in a bowl.

3. In a separate large bowl, beat the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy. Add the egg, and beat until well combined. Beat in the flour mixture and milk in alternating batches. Stop beating as soon as everything is combined. Then, fold in the apples.

4. The prepared pan should be filled with the batter, which should then be baked for 30 to 35 minutes. A toothpick inserted into the center should come out clean, signaling that the dish is done. To properly cool the dish, allow it to sit for a few minutes before serving to a group of hungry friends.

6. Spiced Apple Walnut Cake

The Apples Walnuts Walnuts Cake has the following features: Chopped apples, walnuts, and spices like cinnamon and nutmeg. These ingredients work together to create a cake that is perfect for any occasion—it has an almost cloud-like softness, a buttery base, and enough spice to make it labeled “spiced” on the ingredient list.

Ingredients

2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups peeled and chopped apples
1 cup chopped walnuts

Instructions

1. Set your oven to 350°F (175°C). Prepare a 9×13 inch baking pan by greasing and flouring it.

2. In a mixing bowl, blend flour, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Avail yourself of the pleasure that simply being zestful and full of life brings.

3. In a big mixing bowl, combine the sugar and butter. Cream them together until they are light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs one at a time. Stir in the vanilla.

4. Little by little, add the dry ingredients to the mixture of butter and sugar and mix until everything is combined nicely. Stir in the apples and walnuts, taking care not to overmix. The batter is thick and should be spooned into the prepared pan.

5. Cooking time is about 40 to 45 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool in the pan before cutting.

7. Apple Cinnamon Crumb Cake

The deliciousness of cinnamon, the sweetness of sugar, and the freshness of apples define Apple Cinnamon Crumb Cake. This tender cake is a real tease for the taste buds, prepared with the same technique used to bake classic coffee cake and topped with a buttery crumb topping that bakes to a crunchy finish.

If you’re looking for a reason to smile, seek no further than this good-natured cake.

Ingredients

1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
2 medium apples, peeled and diced
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 cup milk

Instructions

1. Set your oven to 350°F (175°C). Prepare a 9-inch square baking pan by greasing it.

2. In a bowl of medium size, blend together flour, cinnamon, and baking powder. Put aside.

3. In a sizable mixing bowl, beat the butter and sugar together until the mixture is light and fluffy. Add the milk and dry ingredients alternatively, mixing until just combined.

4. Incorporate the apples that have been diced. Now, pour the batter into the prepared baking pan. Bake at 350 degrees for 30-35 minutes or until the toothpick test reveals that your center is clean and ready. Cool before you slice and serve.

8. Apple Sour Cream Cake

Sour Cream Apple Cake is a moist, tender dessert of fresh diced apples, sour cream, and vanilla. This never-fail cake is rich, buttery, and delicious.

You won’t be able to stop at just one slice, especially when you pair it with a cup of coffee or tea.

Ingredients

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup sour cream
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 eggs
• 2 medium apples, peeled, cored, and diced

Instructions

1. Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) to preheat. Prepare a 9-inch round cake pan by greasing it.

2. In a bowl of moderate size, beat together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.

3. In a big bowl, beat the butter and sugar until fluffy and light. Mix in the sour cream and vanilla. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.

4. In the original instructions, the dry ingredients were added to the wet ingredients in a gradual manner. You were to mix the two together until they were just combined. After this, you were to fold in the diced apples. Finally, you were to take the batter and pour it into a pan that had been greased and floured. You then were supposed to level the top before putting the pan in the oven.

5. Cook for 35-40 minutes. A toothpick inserted into the center should come out clean. Let the cake sit in the pan for 10 minutes after removing it from the oven. Then, finish cooling it on a wire rack before serving.

9. Apple and Almond Cake

The sweet taste of apples and the nutty flavor of almond meal are what make Apple and Almond Cake so wonderful. But this cake is more than just a combination of delightful ingredients.

While the cake leans on its star flavors, it’s also a study in contrasts. The next carrot in the motif of the marvelousness of this cake is that when the cake appears on a dessert table, it cuts a striking figure.

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Ingredients

2 large apples, peeled, cored, and thinly sliced
1 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup almond meal
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 cup sugar
2 large eggs
1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted

Instructions

1. Set your oven to 350°F (175°C). Prepare a round cake pan by greasing it and placing parchment paper in the bottom.

2. In a big bowl, combine the flour, almond meal, baking powder, and sugar.

3. In another bowl, beat the eggs, then add the melted butter and beat until smooth. Stir the egg-butter mixture into the dry ingredients until just combined.

4. Incorporate the apple slices, then pour the batter into the prepared pan. Smooth the top and bake for 30 to 35 minutes, or until a skewer stuck into the center comes out clean. Cool and serve.

10. Apple Yogurt Cake

Apple Yogurt Cake is a delightful dessert combining diced apples, plain yogurt, and a buttery base. This delightful, aromatic cake is a moist mixture of all-purpose flour, baking powder, and vanilla extract.

Ingredients

1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
½ teaspoon baking soda
½ cup unsalted butter, softened
¾ cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
½ cup plain yogurt
2 medium apples, peeled, cored, and diced

Instructions

1. Your oven should be preheated to 350°F (175°C). A 9-inch round cake pan should be greased and floured.

2. In a bowl of medium size, combine the flour, baking powder, and baking soda. Set aside.

3. In a big bowl, combine the butter and sugar, and make them light and fluffy by mixing them well. You may use a hand mixer or stand mixer, but don’t rush: let the batter cream for a good 3–5 minutes, until you see these two ingredients act like a cloud and seem to almost fill the bowl.

4. Slowly incorporate the flour mixture with the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Fold in the diced apples. Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top.

5. Cook for 40-45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center of the cake comes out clean. Let cool in the pan on a wire rack for 10 minutes, then turn out and cool completely.

11. Brown Sugar Apple Cake

A moist and delightful dessert, Brown Sugar Apple Cake features sweet brown sugar, savory vegetable oil, fresh eggs, fragrant vanilla extract, and tender apples—all brought together in a comforting cake.

Ingredients

2 cups brown sugar
1 cup vegetable oil
3 eggs
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
3 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
3 cups peeled and chopped apples

Instructions

1. Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) to start cooking, and prepare a 9×13 inch baking dish by applying a generous layer of grease to the inside.

2. In a big bowl, blend the brown sugar, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla well together until mixed nice and even.

3. In another bowl, combine the flour with baking soda and stir well. Add the dry mixture gradually to the wet mixture, mixing gently until the ingredients are just combined. Fold in the apples.

4. The baking dish should be prepared, and then the batter poured into it. It should be spread evenly before it goes into the oven. The baking time is set for 45-50 minutes; it is done when a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. These bars should cool completely before being served.

12. Apple Cider Donut Cake

Rich apple cider, all-purpose flour, and a mixture of granulated and brown sugars form the base of the Apple Cider Donut Cake. Warm spices—cinnamon, nutmeg, and a hint of vanilla—flavor this moist Bundt cake.

Ingredients

Apple cider
All-purpose flour
Granulated sugar
Brown sugar
Baking soda
Baking powder
Ground cinnamon
Nutmeg
Salt
Unsalted butter
Eggs
Vanilla extract
Sour cream

Instructions

1. Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a Bundt pan.

2. In a saucepan, lessen the amount of apple cider so its flavor can intensify.

3. In a bowl, combine flour, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt; whisk together.

4. In a different basin, beat the butter together with white and brown sugars until light and fluffy. Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Then mix in the apple cider, vanilla, and sour cream. Stir in the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined. Pour the batter into the prepared Bundt pan. Bake for 45 to 50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Cool on a wire rack for 10 minutes. Sift powdered sugar over the top, if desired.

13. Apple Upside-Down Cake

Apple Upside-Down Cake is a delightful dessert featuring thinly sliced apples caramelized with brown sugar and butter. A batter made from all-purpose flour and granulated sugar forms the base of this rustic cake.

Ingredients

2 cups thinly sliced apples
1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
1 cup brown sugar
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup granulated sugar
1 teaspoon baking powder

Instructions

1. Set your oven to a temperature of 350 degrees Fahrenheit (175 degrees Celsius). In a cake pan measuring 9 inches in diameter, pour the butter, which should be melted, and then sprinkle the sugar, which should be brown, evenly over the bottom.

2. Position the sliced apples atop the sugar mixture in the pan.

3. In a mixing bowl, combine flour, sugar, and baking powder. Stir in the wet ingredients and mix until smooth. Pour the batter over the apples and spread evenly.

4. Cook for 40-45 minutes, or until a toothpick plunged into the middle comes out clean. Allow it to cool for a few minutes, then turn it upside down onto a plate intended for serving.

14. Rustic Apple Cake

This down-home apple cake combines the uncomplicated ingredients of all-purpose flour and granulated sugar with the not-so-simple warmth of cinnamon to yield a wholesome dessert. With a full three cups of peeled, cored, and chopped apples, this cake is a recipe you can count on to deliver a delightful homey experience every time.

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon
• 3 cups peeled and chopped apples

Instructions

1. The 9×13-inch baking dish must be prepared by greasing it, and then the oven must be set to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. The temperature in Celsius is 175, and either of these temperature settings will work fine for baking.

2. In a big bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking soda, and cinnamon. Add in the melted butter and eggs, and mix until smooth. Stir in the apples until they are equally, or somewhat unequally, distributed throughout the mixture.

3. Evenly spread the batter in the prepared baking dish. It is best to use a spatula and kind of scoop it from the center out toward the edges to get it even. Bake at 350 F for 45-50 minutes, or until the toothpick test gives you clean results (i.e., the toothpick comes out clean).

4. Let the cake cool in the dish on a wire rack before serving.

15. Maple Apple Cake

With pure maple syrup, cinnamon, and fresh apples, Maple Apple Cake is a delightful dessert. The cake combines the sweet silky smoothness of maple syrup, the warm allure of cinnamon, and the delightful slight sourness of fresh apples.

Ingredients

2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
1 cup pure maple syrup
2 large eggs
2 cups peeled, cored, and chopped apples

Instructions

1. Set your oven to 350°F (175°C). Oil a 9×13-inch pan for baking.

2. In a big bowl, combine the flour, baking soda, and cinnamon.

3. In a different bowl, beat together the melted butter, with the maple syrup and the eggs until smooth. This buttery mixture then gets combined with the dry ingredients and stirred until just mixed.

4. Mix in the diced apples. Transfer the batter to the waiting pan, and do your best to get it evenly spread across the bottom. Then, bake the cake for 30-35 minutes; a toothpick should come out nearly clean when inserted into the center. Serve it cool.

16. Apple Streusel Cake

I offer to you Apple Streusel Cake; a delightful dessert that combines tender apple slices with a streusel topping (buttery, and made with the following): all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, and ground cinnamon. Perfect for any occasion!

Ingredients

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 2 large apples, peeled and thinly sliced
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/4 teaspoon salt

Instructions

1. Heat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (175 degrees Celsius) and prepare a round cake pan, 9 inches in diameter, by applying a lubricant to its internal surface.

2. In a bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Cut in butter until the mixture looks like coarse crumbs.

3. Evenly distribute the sliced apples over the bottom of the pan you’ve prepared. Then sprinkle the apples with the cinnamon.

4. Evenly distribute the mixture of streusel over the apples. Bake for 30 to 35 minutes, until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean from the center. Cool completely before serving.