How to Make German Apple Cake

Friday, May 15, 2026

SAEDNEWS: German Apple Cake is a soft-textured dessert that gains a rich aroma and exceptional flavor from the use of cinnamon. It can be served as a dessert at parties and special gatherings.

How to Make German Apple Cake

According to Saednews Cooking Service, German apple cake is a delicious and popular international dessert made in many different variations. Below you will find a step-by-step guide to preparing this cake.


Ingredients

  • Eggs: 2

  • Sugar: 1 cup

  • Vegetable oil: 3/4 cup

  • Vanilla: 1/2 teaspoon

  • Flour: 2 cups

  • Baking powder: 2 teaspoons

  • Salt: 1/4 teaspoon

  • Cinnamon: 2 tablespoons

  • Medium apples: 3


Instructions

Peel the apples and grate them using a coarse grater. Mix the grated apples with 2 tablespoons of sugar and 1 tablespoon of cinnamon, then set aside.

In a separate bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, salt, and the remaining cinnamon. Sift the dry ingredients and set aside.

In another bowl, beat the eggs, sugar, and vanilla together with a mixer for about 5 minutes until the mixture becomes fluffy and doubles in volume. Then gradually add the oil while continuing to mix.

Add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet batter and gently stir with a spoon until combined.

Finally, add the prepared apples along with their juice and mix well.

Pour the batter into a greased and floured baking pan. Bake in a preheated oven at 180°C (350°F) for 50 to 60 minutes, or until fully cooked.