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Fresh Apple Crazy Cake
Caroline

Fresh Apple Crazy Cake

This Fresh Apple Crazy Cake is a no-egg, no-milk, no-butter dessert that comes together entirely in one bowl. Packed with warm spices, fresh chopped apples, and crunchy nuts, it bakes into a moist, tender cake perfect for fall or anytime you crave a quick homemade treat.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 9 squares
Course: Cake, Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 265
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
  • 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar or white vinegar
  • 5 tbsp vegetable or canola oil
  • 1 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup water or apple cider
  • 1 cup chopped Granny Smith apple
  • 1/2 cup chopped pecans or walnuts

Equipment

  • 8×8 baking dish
  • mixing bowl
  • whisk or spoon
  • measuring cups and spoons
  • Non-stick spray

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C). Spray an 8×8 baking dish with non-stick spray.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk flour, sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, baking soda, and salt until combined.
  3. Make three small depressions in the dry mixture—add vinegar to one, vanilla to another, and oil to the larger one. Pour water or apple cider over everything and stir until smooth.
  4. Fold in chopped apples and pecans, then pour batter into the prepared baking dish.
  5. Bake for 40–45 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  6. Cool for 15 minutes before serving. Enjoy warm or at room temperature.

Notes

Ensure your baking soda and vinegar are fresh for a proper rise. Using apple cider instead of water boosts the apple flavor. At high altitudes, baking may take up to 50 minutes.