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Gluten-Free Cinnamon Sugar Apple Cake

A warm, cozy cake filled with spices and fresh apples, perfect for enjoying after dinner or at gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 9 pieces
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Wet Ingredients
  • 1/2 cup milk Almond milk recommended
  • 1/2 cup maple syrup Natural sweetener
  • 1/4 cup unsweetened apple sauce For moisture
  • 1/3 cup melted coconut oil Or melted butter
  • 2 large eggs Binding ingredient
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Enhances flavor
Dry Ingredients
  • 2 cups gluten-free all-purpose flour Base of the cake
  • 1 cup almond flour Adds nutty flavor and texture
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder Leavening agent
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda Helps with rising
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon Warm spice
  • 1 apple cored and very thinly sliced For sweetness and texture
Topping
  • 1/2 cup sugar Adds sweetness
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon Enhances aroma
  • 1 tablespoon melted butter Or melted coconut oil for vegan option

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat oven to 350°F and line a 9x9-inch cake pan with parchment paper, lightly greased.
  2. In a large bowl, combine milk, maple syrup, apple sauce, melted coconut oil, eggs, and vanilla extract. Whisk together until smooth.
  3. Add gluten-free all-purpose flour, almond flour, baking powder, baking soda, and cinnamon. Mix gently until just combined—over-mixing is a cake’s worst nemesis!
  4. Fold in the thinly sliced apples and transfer to the prepared cake pan.
  5. In a small bowl, combine topping ingredients (sugar and cinnamon) and sprinkle over the batter.
Baking
  1. Bake for 30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  2. Allow to cool completely on a wire rack before serving.

Notes

This cake keeps well in the fridge for about 4–5 days or can be frozen for up to three months. Drizzle icing or sprinkle with powdered sugar for extra indulgence.