Best Moist french Apple Cake Recipe

The apple cake is a perfect balance between tender apple slices, a spice-kissed, moist batter, and subtle citrus brightness making it a comforting and satisfying dessert. Enjoy the flavors of the orchard in every bite!

Packed with tart apples and baked into a buttery cake, this might just be the best apple cake you’ve ever had. It’s wonderfully simple yet incredibly satisfying—ideal for dessert, a cozy afternoon treat, or even breakfast (yes, it’s that delicious!).

What You’ll Need to Make French Apple Cake

Essential ingredients used are:

 

• 5 apples - peeled, cored and sliced
• 4 large eggs
• 1 cup of milk
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• ½ teaspoon salt
• 4 teaspoons baking powder
• 2 cups white sugar
• 1 cup vegetable oil
•  1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 4 teaspoons sugar

Perfect for any occasion, these French apple cake bring a touch of innovation to your baking repertoire.

What Apples Are Best for Baking?

There are many apple varieties to choose from, but which ones are best for baking? I prefer using a mix of different apples to bring out the most flavor in every bite. For recipes like this, the texture of the apple is key. Apples with a firm texture hold up better during baking and maintain their shape.

 

How to make Moist french Apple Cake?

Preheat the oven to (175 degrees C). Lightly grease and flour a 9x13-inch pan. Begin by combining the flour, baking powder and salt in a small bowl and set aside. In a large bowl, beat the eggs and sugar vanilla together using an electric mixer on high speed until the mixture becomes light in color, about 10 to 15 minutes. 

Gradually add the oil and milk . mix until well combined. Stir in the flour mixture, then add the vanilla . Pour the cake batter into the prepared pan. Gently fold in the apples.

In a small bowl, combine 4 teaspoons of sugar with 1 teaspoon of cinnamon, then sprinkle the mixture over the cake.

Bake in the preheated oven for 50 to 60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.

Finally , put jam on the side of the cake . 

A springform pan is preferable here, as the removable sides allow for the cake to be easily served. However, this cake can also be made in a standard 9-inch cake pan and sliced directly from the pan.

This cake is delicious served with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream or creme fraiche.