Apple Mortgage Cake Recipe

Introduction

There are stories behind some of the desserts that can even make your heart warm before you even have the first bite. Apple Mortgage Cake Recipe is one of such gems. It is not only about apples, cinnamon, and sugar, but about the faith, hope, and determination of a woman to save her home with the help of a slice of cake.

When I baked this cake the first time, my kitchen smelled like it was a home in the fall afternoon, a combination of baked apples, brown sugar, nutmeg a lot of pure comfort. It is wet, dense, and just spicy enough with its type of dessert, making you seal your eyes with each bite. This cake is soulful – so is the tale behind it.

Provided you are fond of old-fashioned desserts with a touch of inspiration, this Apple Mortgage Cake Recipe will make your kitchen (and even your heart) warm.

 What is Apple Mortgage Cake?

Apple Mortgage Cake is a spice-kissing apple cake that is moist and rose to fame courtesy of Angela Logan, a New Jersey woman who, in 2009 when she was going through foreclosure, managed to sell her home by selling slices of her home-made apple cake. Her story turned viral, and before long, this simple dessert turned into an icon of resilience and home cooking magic.

In taste, envision the cozy smell of cinnamon-spiced apples blended with caramelized sugar and buttery taste. The bites are tender and full of juicy apple bits and a slight crunchy bite, had you happened to like nuts or raisins.

The cake is positioned between the coffee cake and the pound cake; it is hearty, contains flavors and absolutely irresistible, particularly when drizzled with caramel or a dollop of whipped cream.

 The History of my finding this Recipe.

I just came across this Apple Mortgage Cake Recipe, one cold Sunday afternoon when I needed something home-like, something that I remembered. I had read Angela Logan a story a long time ago, and I recall thinking, had I been able to bake courage in a dessert, it would most likely have been into it.

Thereupon, I threw up my sleeves, peeled some apples, and had it. And come, tell me– that first bite? It was pure comfort and joy. The type of candy makes you wish to call your mom, put on a candle, and have a cup of tea.

It has since become my solution to holidays, bake sales, and rainy days when the world seems heavy. It is not merely a cake, but it is a bit of hope that is baked into each slice.

Equipment List

There is no need to have fancy equipment in this one, only a couple of essentials:

• 9×13-inch baking pan (or 2 loaf pans)
• Large mixing bowl
• Whisk or electric mixer
• Spatula
• Peeler and knife for apples
• Measuring cups and spoons
• Wire rack for cooling

 Ingredients

You will have the following ingredients to prepare this soothing soul Apple Mortgage Cake Recipe:

For the Cake:

• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp baking soda
• 1/2 tsp baking powder
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 tbsp cinnamon
• 1/2 tsp nutmeg
• 1/4 tsp allspice (not necessary, but beautiful)
• 1 1/2 cups vegetable oil
• 2 cups granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 3 large eggs
• 2 tsp pure vanilla extract
• 4 cups apples (peeled, cored, and chopped) -Granny Smith or Honeycrisp are the best.
• 1 cup of chopped pecans or walnuts (not obligatory)
• 1 cup raisins, or golden raisins (optional)

For the Glaze (Optional but heavenly):

• 3 tbsp butter
• 1/4 cup brown sugar
• 2 tbsp milk or cream
• 1/2 cup powdered sugar
• 1/2 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions For Apple Mortgage Cake Recipe

Step 1: Preheat and Prep

Warm the oven to 350degF (175 °C). Lightly grease or parchment-paper your 9×13-inch pan.

Step 2: Mix Dry Ingredients

Combine flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and allspice in a large bowl and mix. Set aside.

Step 3: Add Wet Ingredients.

Whisk together oil, sugar, brown sugar, eggs, and vanilla in another large bowl and make it a little thick.

Step 4: Bring It All Together

Gradually pour the dry mixture on the wet mixture and mix very well using a spatula. The batter shall be thick– have no fears! Add in the chopped apples, and in case you are adding nuts or raisins, add them at this point.

Step 5: Bake to Perfection

The batter should then be poured into the pan you were using and the top flattened. Bake between 50-60 minutes or until a toothpick put in the center of the sweets comes out clean. The section above should be golden-brown, and your kitchen will smell madly good.

Step 6: Make the Glaze

As the cake is cooling down, melt butter in a small saucepan on medium heat. Add the brown sugar and milk and stir until the sugar is dissolved. Take off the heat, and add powdered sugar and vanilla, and mix till smooth. Drizzle over the warm cake.

Step 7: Cool and Serve

Allow the cake to cool down, then cut it. Eat hot to be most comfortable – perhaps a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a swirl of whipped cream.

 Tips & Tricks

• To use tart apples: Granny Smith contributes that sweetness that is the perfect balance with the tartness.
• It is kept moist with oil: the crumb is soft and tender to this day, with vegetable oil.
• Spice it up: Get tasty with a pinch of cinnamon or a pinch of cardamom.
• No glaze? Powdered sugar sprinkling is excellent.
• To add additional caramel taste, Put in some butterscotch chips in the batter; it is heavenly.

Variations to Try

Apple-Cranberry Version: To make it festive, you may add 1/2 cup dried cranberries.

Caramel Apple Cake: Before serving, drizzle with warm caramel sauce.

Apple-Oat Crumb Topping: Before baking, mix oats, brown sugar, butter and cinnamon and sprinkle over the top of the apples.

Vegan Alternative: Substitute eggs with unsweetened applesauce ( 1/4 cup per egg) and use plant-based milk in the glaze.

Homemade vs. Restaurant-Bought

It cannot be compared to that; homemade Apple Mortgage Cake is magic. Commercial preparations may be sweet; however, they can never be as good as a freshly cut apple, the smell of cinnamon in your house, or the feeling that you have just exactly what was in it.

And when you make this cake yourself, that is not only a dessert but it is a story, a memory, and a win. Each piece is a small lesson that sometimes we can transform the world with some things that we can make with our hands.

 FAQs About Apple Mortgage Cake Recipe

Q1: What types of apples are the most effective?

Granny Smiths are traditional; they keep their shape and have an added tartness. But Honeycrisp, Fuji, or Gala are also good to use, in case of a sweeter taste.

Q2: Will it be possible to prepare this cake in advance?

Absolutely! It is even more pleasant the following day when the flavours enhance. Covered, just store at room temperature or in the fridge.

Q3: How do I keep it moist?

It is moist naturally by the addition of oil and chunks of apple, but does not extend to overbaking. A piece of plastic cover during the cooling process can also be used to trap moisture.

Q4: Can I freeze it?

Yes! Cut it into slices, wrap it in plastic, and freeze it up to 2 months. Allow to cool at room temperature and rewarm in the oven, and serve.

Q5: Can I skip the glaze in this Apple Mortgage Cake Recipe?

Of course — it’s optional. The cake is really shiny with its buttery brown sugar drizzle.

 Serving & Storage

Serve your Apple Mortgage Cake a bit warm, topped with whipped cream, vanilla ice cream, or drizzled with caramel sauce. Have your cup of coffee, tea, or even hot apple cider with it and enjoy a complete cozy day.

Storing: Store at 25 °C Maximum up to 3 days. Store at refrigeration levels up to 5 days. It warms up well in the microwave for 10-15 seconds – the texture becomes soft and sticky once again.

 Final Thoughts

The Apple Mortgage Cake Recipe is not only a dessert, it is an image of survival and affection. Each slice makes me remember that food is not only that, but stories, memories, and homemade goodness.

When life seems like a burden, then make this cake. The odor of apples and cinnamon should remind you that you can make something beautiful even at the most difficult times.

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