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    Raw Apple Cake

    Published: Feb 14, 2021 · Modified: Jan 15, 2022 by Cook This Again Mom

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    If you are looking for a delicious and simple homemade cake, give this Raw Apple Cake a try. This recipe was passed down to me by my mom, and I still love making it today. The fresh apples and spiced cake combination is absolute heaven!

    a square of apple cake sitting on brown parchment paper

    Updates, including photos, were made to this recipe in February 2021.

    Mom's recipe is handwritten on index cards that have yellowed over time. Thankfully the recipe is still readable even though there are many smears and splotches from when these little cards have been put to use.

    This apple cake recipe is delicious! It is best, however, on the first and second day. Unfortunately, this cake starts to get a little soft after that because of the apples' moisture. If you do not want to worry about leftovers, cut this recipe in half.

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    Ingredients needed

    ingredients laid out for apple cake
    • Granny Smith Apples
    • Eggs
    • Canola Oil
    • Granulated Sugar
    • Cinnamon
    • Nutmeg
    • All-Purpose Flour
    • Salt
    • Baking Powder
    • Baking Soda

    Step by Step

    Wash and dry the apples before using.

    Preheat the oven to 350-degrees and spray a 13 x 9 baking dish with non-stick spray.

    apple cake batter being prepared

    On a cutting board, cut the apples and remove the core. Next, chop them into bite-size pieces. I usually leave the skin on, but you can peel them if you like. Either way is yummy! You can leave them on the cutting board for a moment.

    In a large mixing bowl, beat the eggs and mix them with canola oil, granulated sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Add the apples and mix until combined.

    diced apples coated in cinnamon sugar in a large bowl with other ingredients added to make an apple cake.

    Mix the flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt in a separate bowl. Add the flour mixture to the apples.

    apple cake batter being mixed

    Mix the apple cake batter until everything is combined.

    apple cake batter in a baking dish ready for the oven

    Spread the apple cake batter into a 13 x 9 baking dish coated with non-stick spray.

    Bake the cake for 45-55 minutes. Insert a toothpick in the center of the cake. It will come out clean when the cake is ready.

    just baked apple cake in a baking dish

    The cake will be golden brown, and it smells terrific!

    a square of apple cake sitting on brown parchment paper

    Cool the Raw Apple Cake and serve. Top with powdered sugar if desired.


    FAQ's and tips

    What are the best apples to use?

    I love, and my mom loved, using Granny Smith Apples. Honeycrisp and Jonagold are also supposed to hold up well when baking.

    How do I store this cake?

    I store this cake on the counter, lightly covered with a piece of foil. Please do not wrap the cake tightly, or it will get mushy quickly.

    I usually make this cake around the holidays, when the weather is cool. I would probably store the cake in the refrigerator if the temperature were warm.

    Can I use frosting instead of powdered sugar?

    I have never tried it, but I am sure it would be fine. But, honestly, this cake is so good that it doesn't need the addition of creamy frosting.


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    Raw Apple Cake

    This is my mom's (very old) recipe called Raw Apple Cake. Fresh granny smith green apples are mixed into a spiced cake batter. The result is absolute heaven!
    4.84 from 6 votes
    Print Rate
    Prep Time: 20 minutes
    Cook Time: 50 minutes
    Servings: 12 Servings
    Calories: 289kcal
    Author: Cook This Again, Mom!

    Ingredients

    • 4 cups Apples chopped into bite size pieces (I use Granny Smith Apples)
    • 2 Eggs
    • ½ cup Canola Oil
    • 1 ½ cups Granulated Sugar
    • 2 teaspoons Cinnamon
    • 1 teaspoon Nutmeg
    • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour
    • 1 teaspoon Salt
    • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder
    • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda

    Instructions

    • Wash and dry the apples before using.
    • Preheat the oven to 350-degrees and spray a 13 x 9 baking dish with non-stick spray.
    • On a cutting board, cut the apples and remove the core. Next, chop them into bite-size pieces. I usually leave the skin on, but you can peel them if you like. You can leave the apples on the cutting board for a moment.
    • In a large mixing bowl, beat the eggs and mix them with canola oil, granulated sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Add the apples and mix until combined.
    • In a separate bowl, mix the flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. Add the flour mixture to the apples.
    • Mix the apple cake batter until everything is combined.
    • Spread the apple cake batter into a 13 x 9 baking dish that has been sprayed with non-stick spray.
    • Bake the cake for 45-55 minutes. Insert a toothpick in the center of the cake. It will come out clean when the cake is ready.
    • Cool. Serve with powdered sugar if desired.
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    Nutrition

    Calories: 289kcal | Carbohydrates: 47g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 27mg | Sodium: 332mg | Potassium: 80mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 29g | Vitamin A: 63IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 33mg | Iron: 1mg

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    1. Lenka

      November 18, 2019 at 12:37 pm

      It really looks delicious, I have to try it! As to the oil, which one do you use? Do you think olive oil is good?

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      • cookthisagainmom

        November 18, 2019 at 3:45 pm

        Hi! For baking, I almost always use Canola Oil. I haven't tried olive oil for baking, but I would imagine you would want one that is light and tasteless. I hope you enjoy the cake. It really is delicious.

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