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Apple Fritter Cake

Apple Fritter Cake

This Apple Fritter Cake delivers cozy autumn comfort in every bite, combining tender Honeycrisp apples, spiced brown sugar, and a rich vanilla glaze. Perfect for brunches, holiday gatherings, or just a sweet afternoon treat, it’s moist, buttery, and incredibly easy with a no-fry, one-bowl method that makes cleanup a breeze.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 9 pieces
Course: Breakfast, Brunch, Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 415
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Cake Base
  • 0.5 cup salted butter, melted
  • 0.5 cup light brown sugar
  • 0.5 cup apple butter or substitute applesauce or pumpkin butter
  • 0.5 cup Greek yogurt or sour cream
  • 2 large eggs room temperature
  • 2 tsp pure vanilla extract
  • 2.25 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1 tsp fine sea salt
Apple Filling
  • 2 Honeycrisp apples, diced about 2 cups, peel if desired
  • 0.5 cup light brown sugar
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
Vanilla Glaze
  • 1 cup powdered sugar, sifted
  • 2.5 tbsp whole milk adjust to desired consistency
  • 1 tbsp vanilla extract
  • 1 pinch flaky sea salt

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9x9-inch baking dish with parchment paper and lightly grease.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk melted butter, brown sugar, apple butter, Greek yogurt, eggs, and vanilla until smooth.
  3. Stir in flour, cinnamon, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until just combined—do not overmix.
  4. In a separate bowl, combine apples, brown sugar, cinnamon, and vanilla. Toss to coat.
  5. Spread half the batter in pan. Top with half the apple mixture. Repeat with remaining batter and apples.
  6. Bake 55–60 minutes or until toothpick comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes.
  7. Mix powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla for glaze. Adjust consistency as needed.
  8. Drizzle glaze over warm cake. Sprinkle with flaky sea salt. Serve warm or cooled.

Notes

Don't skip apple butter—it enhances moisture and flavor. Room temperature eggs help the cake texture. Try adding chopped pecans or swapping apples with pears. Spice it up with nutmeg or allspice for variety.