Easy German Apple Cake Recipe

German apple cake is a delicious and traditional dessert that is perfect for any occasion. This recipe is easy to follow and produces a moist and flavorful cake that everyone will love.

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
• 3/4 cup granulated sugar
• 3/4 cup packed light brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 large eggs
• 2 cups peeled and diced apples
• 1 cup chopped walnuts

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour a 9×13 inch baking pan.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
3. In a large bowl, cream together the butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the brown sugar and vanilla extract. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the dry ingredients alternately with the milk, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients. Fold in the apples and walnuts.
4. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let cool completely before frosting.

Frosting

• 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
• 3 cups powdered sugar
• 1/2 cup milk
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

1. In a medium bowl, cream together the butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the milk and vanilla extract until smooth. Frost the cooled cake.

Tips

• To make the cake even more moist, add a little bit of sour cream to the batter.
• For a richer flavor, use a combination of butter and oil in the batter.
• If you don’t have any apples on hand, you can use pears or peaches instead.

FAQ

Q: Can use a different type of flour?

A: Yes, you can use any type of flour that you like. Just keep in mind that the results may vary depending on the type of flour that you use.

Q: Can use a different type of sugar?

A: Yes, you can use any type of sugar that you like. Just keep in mind that the results may vary depending on the type of sugar that you use.

Q: Can use a different type of butter?

A: Yes, you can use any type of butter that you like. Just keep in mind that the results may vary depending on the type of butter that you use.

Q: Can use a different type of milk?

A: Yes, you can use any type of milk that you like. Just keep in mind that the results may vary depending on the type of milk that you use.

Q: Can make this cake ahead of time?

A: Yes, you can make this cake ahead of time and store it in the refrigerator or freezer.

Q: How do store this cake?

A: You can store this cake in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or in the freezer for up to 3 months.

Q: How do thaw this cake?

A: To thaw this cake, simply let it sit at room temperature for a few hours or overnight.

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