Chunky Apple Cake With Cream Cheese Frosting Recipe

Name: Chunky Apple Cake With Cream Cheese Frosting
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Cake; 1/2 cup butter, melted; 2 cups sugar; 2 large eggs; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 2 cups all-purpose flour; 1 teaspoon baking soda; 1 teaspoon salt; 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon; 4 granny smith apples, peeled and sliced; 1 cup chopped pecans, toasted; Cream Cheese Frosting; 1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened; 1/2 cup butter, softened; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 4 cups confectioners' sugar; chopped pecans, toasted (optional)

Servings: persons

Cake
1/2 cup butter, melted
2 cups sugar
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
4 granny smith apples, peeled and sliced
1 cup chopped pecans, toasted
Cream Cheese Frosting
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup butter, softened
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
4 cups confectioners' sugar
chopped pecans, toasted (optional)

1
Cake: Stir together first 4 ingredients in a large bowl until blended.
2
Combine flour and next 3 ingredients.
3
Add to butter mixture, stirring until blended.
4
Stir in apple slices and 1 cup pecans.
5
Spread into a greased 13 x 9-inch pan.
6
Bake at 350u00b0 for 45 minutes or until a wooden pick inserted in center comes out clean.
7
Cool completely in pan on a wire rack.
8
Spread with Cream Cheese Frosting; sprinkle with pecans, if desired.
9
Cream Cheese Frosting; Beat cream cheese and butter at medium speed with an electric mixer until smooth.
10
Gradually add confectioner's sugar, beating at low speed until light and fluffy.
11
Stir in vanilla extract.

2197

kcal

Calories

Fat

368

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Cake, 1/2 cup butter, melted, 2 cups sugar, 2 large eggs, and more.

Yes, Chunky Apple Cake With Cream Cheese Frosting falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

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Chunky Apple Cake With Cream Cheese Frosting

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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