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Fall is coming.
Supposedly. I don’t know when its going to show up here, but I’m holding out hope that all those boots and jeans and sweaters will get to come out to play at some point.
A friend of ours was going through a hard time, so I made him this cake, which to me is one of the most comforting cakes to grace the face of this earth. I have tremendously fond memories of this recipe, which came from my dad’s mother.
I can only remember two of her recipes, one of which is this one, but I very specifically remember being super excited when we would go to visit or vice versa because I knew this cake would be making an appearance. To this day, I will go to town and eat with reckless abandon whenever it’s around.
(I try and not have it in the house often.)
So, I’m happy to pass it along to all of you. You’ll absolutely love it- it’s superbly moist and delicious. Unlike a lot of cake recipes, this one is fuss-free, fast, easy to put together, and the plethora of beautiful bundt pans out there takes care of all the decorating for you. What more can you ask for?
If you like this Apple Walnut Cake, try these:
- Oven Baked Apple Pancake
- Apple Turnovers
- Pumpkin Coffeecake with Cinnamon Streusel and Apple Butter Filling
Apple Walnut Cake
Ingredients
- 2 cups flour
- 2 cups sugar
- 1 tablespoon cocoa
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon nutmeg
- 3 eggs
- 1 cup peanut or vegetable oil
- 3 cups pared diced apples
- 1 cup walnuts
- ½ cup raisins
- Glaze:
- 1 1/4 c powdered sugar
- 1 T butter melted
- 2 T milk or as needed
Instructions
- Mix togther dry ingredients in mixer, add eggs one at a time, followed by oil. Add 1 cup of the apples and mix well. Stir in by hand the remaining apples, nuts, and raisins.
- Bake in greased, floured bundt pan for 1 hour at 350. Turn out of pan and allow to cool.
- Mix together glaze ingredients and pour over cake.
Hello, Scarlett says
This looks delicious! I’m going to have to try it.
<3
Emory
http://helloscarlettblog.com/2014/09/02/have-you-seen-haveheart-6/
Jacqueline says
Please do! I hope you love it as much as I do!
-Jacqueline
Hello, Scarlett says
This looks amazing! You did a great job. (I love your blog as well.)
🙂
Emory
http://helloscarlettblog.com/2014/09/04/carrot-cake/
Jacqueline says
Thank you! I love hearing that people don’t think I’m wasting my time writing it!
Tarey says
I am curious if you can use margarine instead of all that oil?
Jacqueline says
I have never.
Megan @ MegUnprocessed says
This presentation is just gorgeous!!
Dedria Burks says
I baked the cake it was great.
Heather says
this really is the perfect all cake!
Janet Elieh says
I love your apple cake recipe at the same time I would like to have the pan too but I don’t know how to order it please help me .
Jacqueline says
Good morning Janet! I know, its gorgeous, isn’t it? Here’s the link! http://amzn.to/2ezw1yR
Rosey says
How can I get the recipe? I can’t seem to find anything except the video.
Jacqueline says
Hi Rosey! If you’re on mobile there should be a “read more” tag that will open the remainder of the post ?
Debby C says
do you need to add the baking soda if you are using self-rising flour?
Jacqueline says
I can’t advise on that, honestly. I’m not much of a user of self rising flour, so I’m not as familiar with it. I don’t want to give you bad advice!
Hope says
I made this cake today and it is absolutely delicious!
Faye Constant says
What kind of apples do you use????
Jacqueline says
Honestly, whatever is around. I’m not picky. Just NOT Red Delicious!
karrin west says
Can you do apple sauce
Jacqueline says
Can’t speak to that, as I’ve never made it that way. If you try it, report back!
Tom says
The video shows using a food processor for some ingredients. The recipe doesn’t mention it. Could you fill me in on this? Thanks
Jacqueline says
No food processor is used in this or in the video, but you may be referring to the nut chopper I use: http://amzn.to/2vdS2LR
Janice Forret says
Can I use a 9X12 Cake Pan and cook for less time? Do you know how long to cook in a 9×12?
Jacqueline says
I would imagine so, but I have never done it. Report back!
Sonia says
Hi Jacqueline,
Does this cake keep long like a Christmas cake?
Jacqueline says
Hi Sonia! I’m not sure how long you’re wanting it to keep. In my experience, it doesn’t last a super long time- but because it’s usually all eaten in a couple days!
Diane says
This cake sounds delish and super easy (my kind of recipe), and I love your Grandma story.
The instructions say to add raisins, but the ingredients don’t list them (how much). Please advise. I can’t wait to make it — I have a couple of apples sitting on my counter waiting for a home.
Jacqueline says
The raisins are the last item in the recipe; 1/2 cup.
VICKIE D PRENTISS says
I want to make this in a Nordicware Leaf Bundt pan, and substitute one of the tablespoons of milk with maple syrup.
Jacqueline says
Sounds wonderful!
Louise says
Have you ever used pecans instead of walnuts
Jacqueline says
I haven’t, but I’m sure it would be fine.
Dedria Burks says
I baked the cake it was great.
Joy says
What kind of apples do you use?
Jacqueline says
I’m not picky. I like Honeycrisp or Fuji apples myself. Just not Red Delicious.
Joy says
So I made this according to instructions and it comes out grainy kinda like a crumble. Are u sure there’s 2 cups flour and 2cups sugar?
Jacqueline says
I’m sure. I just took mine out of the oven!
Louise says
This cake is awesome! So flavorful-go Grandma! I grasped and floured my bundt pan and was highly disappointed when my cake stuck upon exit from the pan. Did anyone else have this happen? Any advice?
Jacqueline says
I mean, you sort of run that risk with just about any cake ever. I like to use I Am Baker’s cake release (https://iambaker.net/homemade-pan-release-baking-spray/). You can also put a hot moist towel over the top when the cake comes out of the oven. The steam helps the cake release- https://www.thekitchn.com/the-best-way-to-get-a-stuck-bundt-cake-out-of-the-pan-in-one-piece-tips-from-the-kitchn-204209
Denise says
Hi i followed the recipe but the consistency seems a little off is it suppose to be this thick
Jacqueline says
Yes. its a dense batter, but just trust in it!