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    French Apple Cake Loaf

    First Published: September 9, 2020 . Last Modified: September 2, 2021 lisa22 Comments This post may contain affiliate links

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    French Apple Cake Loaf is a moist cake filled with fresh apples. This easy apple bread recipe is perfect for breakfast, afternoon tea or a snack. 

    French Apple Cake Loaf sliced

    It's almost mid September, so that means apple season is here! 

    My family and I have always liked to go apple picking especially when my children were younger.  I love the fall and getting luscious apples fresh from an orchard. There is no comparison to what is sold in the stores. I like to bake with them and this French Apple Cake Loaf is a favorite. 

    Fresh apples in the fall are crisp, juicy and delicious. When my son was younger, I could barely get him to eat much fruit but he chowed down on fresh apples.  No caramel or peanut butter was needed although I do recommend you try it on occassion.

    fresh baked French Apple Cake Loaves for an apple bread recipe

    Ingredients Needed for this Apple Bread Recipe

    While we love fresh apples as a snack, they also proved the perfect addition for a moist apple bread recipe. I took a traditional French yogurt cake recipe but omitted the lemon and added some apples and substituted half of the white flour for whole wheat flour.

    • Whole Wheat Flour - Whole wheat flour is more nutrient rich than white flour.
    • White Flour - Look for unbleached all-purpose flour.
    • Baking Powder - Baking powder is a levening agent. If you ever have baked goods that don't rise well, check that your baking powder hasn't expired.
    • Salt - Salt intensifies the natural flavors of the other ingredients.
    • Cinnamon - Cinnamon is a warm spice that pairs beautifully with apples.
    • Sugar - I used regular white sugar. For a richer flavor and a darker cake you could use brown sugar.
    • Vanilla Yogurt - The yogurt adds a ton of moisture to the cake.
    • Eggs - I used fresh, whole eggs.
    • Vanilla - Like salt, vanilla can intensify flavors.
    • Canola Oil - Any light, neutral oil will do.
    • Apples - Use your favorite apple but look for one that's good for baking. You can see some of our recomendations below.

    If a recipe has a few ingredients which are good for you, then it's perfect for breakfast. This apple cake loaf is defintly breakfast worthy.

    Apple Cake Loaf FAQ

    How do I buy the best apples?

    • Look for apples that feel firm. A good apple won't have soft or bruised spots.
    • Most apples will have some natural scuffs or markings, but any obvious rotting or bruising is a bad sign.
    • Ensure that the apple has a filled-in color, which indicates maturity and great exposure to sunlight.
    • Give your apple a sniff; good apples will have a pleasant aroma, some stronger than others.

    What are the best apples for baking?

    • Certain types of apples will hold up better and give you that perfect balance of sweet and tart, and not every apple that's good for eating is as good when you bake it.
    • Granny Smith apples are some of the best for baking, as they keep their structure really well and provide a delicious balance of flavors.
    • Some other good apple options for baking are Honeycrisp, Jonagold, Winesap, and Pink Lady.

    Can I store leftovers of this French Apple Cake?

    • If you have leftovers (not likely; this cake is delicious!) you can store them in an airtight container for 2-3 days.
    • It's best to put this airtight container somewhere cool and dry.
    • You can also store the container in the fridge for up to 5 days. If you choose this option, set the cake out for about an hour before you eat it to allow it to return to room temperature.
    A pile of fresh apples in a basket

    Apple Bread Recipe Variations

    • Vary your flour depending on taste. You could use all white flour, or all whole wheat flour for an even healthier version of this French Apple Cake. Try varying the ratios to see which balance of white and whole wheat works best for you.
    • You could try making this recipe with other kinds of fruit, or even adding them in with the apples. Pears would be a good substitution/addition. Aim for fruits that won't get too mushy when baked.
    • Some people like to add a frosting or glaze on their apple cake. Using just some powdered sugar and cream, it's easy to whip up a quick icing that will help satisfy your sweet tooth!

    More Apple Recipes

    1. Mini Salted Caramel Apple Pies
    2. Rustic Cinnamon Apple Tart
    3. Apple Galette with Ricotta and Almonds
    4. Apple Pie Cheesecake Bars via Swirls of Flavor

    Go get some fresh apples this fall and do some baking. After you make this cake loaf, there are some other great apple recipes listed above. And if you only have access to a grocery store, they are pretty darn good from there in the fall too. 

    If you like this apple bread recipe, please leave a 5-star rating.

    RECIPE

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    French Apple Cake Loaf

    A cake that is great for breakfast, snacking or dessert.
    Prep Time10 minutes mins
    Cook Time30 minutes mins
    Total Time40 minutes mins
    Course: cake
    Servings: 12 to 16
    Calories: 255kcal
    Author: Jersey Girl Cooks (Lisa Grant)

    Ingredients

    • 1 cup whole wheat flour
    • 1 cup white flour
    • 2 teaspoon baking powder
    • ½ teaspoon salt
    • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
    • 1 cup sugar
    • 6 ounces vanilla yogurt
    • 3 eggs beaten
    • 2 teaspoon vanilla
    • ½ cup Canola oil
    • 1 ½ cups peeled chopped apples

    Instructions

    • Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Grease two 8 by 4 loaf pans.
    • In a small bowl mix together the flour, baking powder, salt and cinnamon.
    • In another medium sized bowl mix together the sugar, yogurt, eggs, vanilla and oil. Whisk vigorously until the mixture is very well blended.
    • While still mixing, stir in the dry ingredients, then switch to a large rubber spatula and gently fold in the apples.
    • Pour the batter into the pans and bake for about 30 minutes or until toothpick comes out clean and cakes are golden.
    • Cool on a wire rack and remove from pans before serving.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 255kcal | Carbohydrates: 35g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 41mg | Sodium: 166mg | Potassium: 234mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 19g | Vitamin A: 100IU | Vitamin C: 2.9mg | Calcium: 83mg | Iron: 1.4mg

    First Published October 2012; September 2020

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    Comments

    1. Wendy @ La Phemme Phoodie says

      October 12, 2012 at 3:38 pm

      Thanks for including my recipe in your roundup! I went apple picking a few weeks ago too. I agree with you. There is no comparison to what is sold in the grocery store.

      Reply
    2. Debbie says

      October 12, 2012 at 4:03 pm

      I will have a bunch of apples since we are heading to the mountains on Sunday where there is an apple festival. I will definitely give this a try. Thanks!!!!

      Reply
    3. pegasuslegend says

      October 12, 2012 at 8:29 pm

      What a perfect golden color WOW!

      Reply
    4. Erin @ EK Can't Cook says

      October 12, 2012 at 10:35 pm

      Oh yes, this looks so delicious. I have had quite a hankering to bake lately and this gives me great ideas.

      Thanks,

      Erin - ekcantcook.blogspot.com

      Reply
    5. teresa says

      October 13, 2012 at 8:29 pm

      this looks fantastic, i love healthy breads like this, with so much flavor. pinning!

      Reply
    6. Kate says

      October 13, 2012 at 11:01 pm

      Your apples sound SO good! It's making me antsy for our apple picking next weekend.

      Reply
    7. Liz says

      October 15, 2012 at 9:12 pm

      Oh, you have me craving apple bread, Lisa!!! Yours looks moist and fantastic. I'd love a thick slice 🙂

      Reply
    8. Ramona says

      October 16, 2012 at 12:08 pm

      I have a mountain of pears. Might have to try them in this.

      Reply
    9. Kat says

      March 09, 2014 at 3:07 am

      4 stars
      I just made this. I used what I had in the house, so all white flour, doubled the cinnamon and used a cinnamon flavoured yoghurt. It did sink a bit (maybe I should have cooked it longer) and it was super yummy. Thanks for sharing the recipe.

      Reply
    10. Lara Schneider says

      April 29, 2014 at 4:56 pm

      Can't wait to try this!

      Reply
    11. Anita says

      September 20, 2020 at 12:22 am

      5 stars
      Fall is here and my grocery store starts selling a lot of apples, so this is a great time to bake an apple bread/cake like this. So easy and delicious.

      Reply
    12. Sara says

      September 20, 2020 at 1:16 am

      5 stars
      How sensational this is goig to smell when baking. Perfect for using up seasonal apples!

      Reply
    13. Katie says

      September 20, 2020 at 2:14 am

      5 stars
      Looks so good! Can’t wait to try this one.

      Reply
    14. Lata Lala says

      September 20, 2020 at 3:36 am

      5 stars
      This easy bread looks super fantastic, i love healthy breads like this, with so much flavor packed in them. Gonna try this soon.

      Reply
    15. Jacqueline Meldrum says

      September 20, 2020 at 5:17 am

      5 stars
      That looks so soft, light and lush, I want to eat a few slices right now for breakfast.

      Reply
    16. Jess says

      September 23, 2020 at 12:55 pm

      5 stars
      Now I know what I am doing with all the extra apples I have right now!

      Reply
    17. Tawnie Kroll says

      September 23, 2020 at 1:04 pm

      5 stars
      The yogurt made this recipe super soft and moist. Loved it! Perfect for Fall!

      Reply
    18. Angela says

      September 23, 2020 at 2:12 pm

      5 stars
      This looks so moist and flavorful! Love the addition of the vanilla yogurt, really makes this loaf something special. YUM!

      Reply
    19. Jacque Hastert says

      September 23, 2020 at 2:29 pm

      5 stars
      This looks perfect! I love that this works for breakfast, snack, or dessert!

      Reply
    20. Michelle says

      September 24, 2020 at 10:47 am

      5 stars
      So moist and delicious and just screams Fall! I can't wait to go apple picking and make more

      Reply
    21. Carole says

      October 20, 2023 at 4:38 pm

      Can you just use AP flour? What difference would it make?

      Reply
      • lisa says

        October 22, 2023 at 1:53 pm

        Hi Carole,

        Yes you can. I like to use some whole wheat for extra nutrients but for taste it will come out great with all purpose flour too.

        Thanks for reading,
        Lisa

        Reply

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