Description
Indulge in a deliciously moist and fluffy almond flour apple cake that’s gluten-free and dairy-free. This cake is bursting with the warm flavors of cinnamon and nutmeg, studded with tender apples and crunchy nuts. Perfect for a cozy dessert or a delightful brunch treat.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients:
- 2 cups almond flour (finely ground)
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients:
- 3 large eggs
- 1/3 cup maple syrup
- 1/4 cup coconut oil (melted)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups peeled and finely diced apples (such as Honeycrisp or Fuji)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1/4 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8-inch round cake pan with parchment paper, greasing the sides.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the almond flour, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
- Prepare Wet Mixture: In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs, maple syrup, melted coconut oil, and vanilla until smooth.
- Combine and Fold: Toss the diced apples with lemon juice, then fold them into the wet mixture. Add this to the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Fold in the nuts if desired.
- Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared pan, smooth the top, and bake for 30–35 minutes until golden and a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool and Serve: Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- For extra flavor, top with a light dusting of powdered sugar or a drizzle of maple glaze.
- This cake is naturally gluten-free and perfect for brunch or a cozy dessert.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 13g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
