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Gluten-Free Apple Cake Recipe

Best Gluten Free Apple Cake

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Discover our easy gluten-free apple cake recipe. Moist, delicious hack uses simple ingredients. Perfect dessert every time. 

Ingredients

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  • 3 cups (about 3 medium) apples, peeled and diced
  • 2 cups (250g) all-purpose gluten-free flour blend
  • 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup (100g) light brown sugar, packed
  • 2 tsp baking powder
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 2 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
  • 3 large eggs, at room temperature
  • 3/4 cup (180ml) extra virgin olive oil
  • 1/4 cup (60ml) milk
  • 2 tsp pure vanilla extract
  • 2 tbsp coarse sugar or additional brown sugar for sprinkling

Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9-inch springform or round cake pan thoroughly.
  • In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the gluten-free flour, both sugars, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
  • In a separate medium bowl, beat the eggs lightly. Then, whisk in the olive oil, milk, and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth.
  • Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Stir with a spatula until just combined. Gently fold in the diced apples.
  • Transfer the batter to the prepared pan, smooth the top. Sprinkle with coarse sugar. Bake for 45-55 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  • Let the cake cool in the pan for 15 minutes before removing. Slice and serve warm or let it cool completely.

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A moist, buttery, and tender gluten-free apple cake spiced with cinnamon and nutmeg. This simple, crowd-pleasing dessert is perfect for any occasion and feels like a warm, comforting hug.

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