Description
This Apple Pie Cake combines the comforting flavors of classic apple pie with the moist, tender texture of a yellow cake. Topped with a buttery crumb topping and a cinnamon-spiced apple layer, this dessert is perfect for cozy gatherings or an everyday treat.
Ingredients
Scale
Crumble Topping
- 1 cup Gold Medal™ All Purpose Flour
- 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup butter, cut into small pieces
Apple Mixture
- 6 cups thinly sliced peeled apples (6 medium)
- 3 tablespoons packed brown sugar
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 2 teaspoons lemon juice
Cake Batter
- 1 box Betty Crocker™ Super Moist™ Yellow Cake Mix
- 1 1/3 cups water
- 1/3 cup oil
- 3 eggs
Instructions
- Prepare the oven and pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (325°F if using a dark or nonstick pan). Grease a 13×9-inch baking pan with cooking spray, making sure to coat the bottom and sides evenly.
- Make the crumb topping: In a medium bowl, combine the flour, 1/2 cup brown sugar, and salt. Use a pastry blender or a fork to cut the butter into the mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs. Set this crumb topping aside for later.
- Mix the apples: In a large bowl, gently stir together the sliced apples, 3 tablespoons brown sugar, ground cinnamon, and lemon juice until the apples are well coated. Set aside.
- Prepare the cake batter: In another large bowl, beat together the yellow cake mix, water, oil, and eggs on medium speed using an electric mixer for about 2 minutes. Scrape the sides of the bowl occasionally to ensure ingredients are fully incorporated.
- Assemble the cake: Pour the cake batter evenly into the prepared pan. Next, arrange the apple mixture evenly over the cake batter, pressing lightly so the apples sink slightly into the batter. Finally, sprinkle the prepared crumb topping evenly over the apples.
- Bake the cake: Place the pan in the oven and bake for 40 to 45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Once baked, remove from the oven and allow the cake to cool completely, about 2 hours, before serving. Store covered at room temperature.
Notes
- For best results, use firm apples such as Granny Smith or Honeycrisp.
- Pressing the apple mixture lightly into the batter helps integrate flavors and textures.
- Make sure to let the cake cool completely before slicing to allow it to set properly.
- This cake can be served plain or topped with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream for extra indulgence.
- Store any leftovers covered at room temperature for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Apple Pie Cake, Easy Apple Cake, Cinnamon Apple Cake, Yellow Cake, Crumb Topping Dessert
