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Cozy up with this Apple Cinnamon Cake! Bursting with fall flavors, this easy recipe is your go-to for holiday gatherings or a night in. Grab a slice and enjoy!
Fall is finally here, and I couldn't be happier!
For me, fall is all about the rich colors, the sound of leaves crunching underfoot, and all the delicious, cozy flavors of the season.
There’s just something special about the smell of apples and cinnamon filling the kitchen—it’s like a warm hug!
This Apple Cinnamon Cake is my go-to for the perfect fall vibe. It's a quick cake mix twist that saves time without skimping on flavor.
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Ingredients
Cake:
- ⅓ cup Apple Sauce
- 1 cup Apple Juice
- Cinnamon Bun Cake Mix
- 3 eggs
Topping:
- Chopped Pecans
- Cream Cheese Frosting
- M&M's Pecan Pie Flavor
I love using cake mixes because they are such time savers.
Bake the Cake
Preheat the oven to 350º F.
Prepare your cake pan per the instructions on the cake mix.
To make the cake batter, follow the instructions on the box.
Instead of 1 cup of water, add 1 cup of apple juice. Also, instead of ½ cup oil, add ⅓ cup apple sauce.
Bake according to the cake mix instructions.
While baking, my home smelled terrific! When it was done, it came out so pretty!
Let the cake completely cool before adding the icing.
This part is the longest because I just want to eat cake!
Frost the Cake
Chop the pecans and cut some of your M&M's in half.
I like adding the M&M's to the topping because they add a nice harvest color, which is perfect for this cake.
Spread the cream cheese frosting and sprinkle on the pecans and M&M's.
Serve and enjoy your new favorite fall dessert.
Apple Cinnamon Cake Recipe
Equipment
- Mixing Bowl
- Cake Pan
Ingredients
Cake:
- ⅓ cup Apple Sauce
- 1 cup Apple Juice
- Cinnamon Bun Cake Mix
- 3 eggs
Topping:
- Chopped Pecans
- Cream Cheese Frosting
- M&M's Pecan Pie Flavor
Instructions
Bake the Cake
- Preheat the oven to 350º F.
- Prepare your cake pan per the instructions on the cake mix.
- To make the cake batter, follow the instructions on the box, but instead of 1 cup of water, add 1 cup of apple juice. Also, instead of ½ cup oil, add ⅓ cup apple sauce.
- Bake according to the cake mix instructions.
- While baking, my home smelled amazing! When it was done it came out so pretty!
- Let the cake completely cool before adding the icing.
- This part is the longest for me because I just want to eat cake!
Frost the Cake
- Chop the pecans and cut some of your M&M's in half.
- I like adding the M&M's to the topping because they add a nice harvest color, which is perfect for this cake.
- Spread the cream cheese frosting onto the and then sprinkle on the pecans and M&M's. Serve and enjoy!
Our Baking Essential List
- We use Glass Baking Dishes for baking casseroles. I especially like the dishes with lids because leftovers can be transferred straight to the fridge.
- Silicone Kitchenware is my favorite because they don't scratch my cookware and is easy to clean!
- A Glass Cutting Board is a must to prepare all of those ingredients. We even keep ours on our counter at all times.
- This Knife Set will also become your favorite! The knives cut beautifully, and the hollow design prevents food from sticking to the blade.
Stephanie
Wow! I've never thought to use apple juice for a cake. What an awesome way to add flavor!
Brooke @ Blushing Noir
First of all... CINNAMON BUN CAKE MIX?! Where have I been?! I need to make this!
Chelsea
I bet this is amazing! It looks so festive too with the fall colored M&Ms! I think I'd possibly eat all the M&Ms before they made it on the cake though, haha.
Justina
This looks amazing!
Carly
OMG, this looks amazing!
Ashley
Oh yum! I love baking this time of year and this would be perfect since it's starting to cool down 🙂
Kendra
I love apples! So excited that it is fall and I can make apple everything 🙂
Stephanie Louise (@StephLouiseATB)
My hubby loves these m&ms!
Krystal
you had me at cinnamon bun. This sounds delicious. I am always looking for fun new fall recipes. I am going to add this one to my list.
Sa
That sounds delicious! (client)
Audrey
Mmmm cinnamon and apples are some of my favorite fall flavors. Thanks for sharing on the #HomeMattersParty . I hope you will join us again next week.
Theresa @DearCreatives
Hi Summer, Hope your having a great week. Thanks for sharing at the party. Pinned & shared. Hope to see you again soon.