My grandma used to make this apple gingerbread every fall. The smell alone would fill the whole house with warmth and the promise of cozy evenings. I still remember the anticipation – waiting for it to cool so I could sneak a bite before dinner! It's a family tradition I'm so happy to share with all of you. This recipe is a little slice of nostalgia, a taste of autumn, and a whole lot of deliciousness.
This recipe is surprisingly simple to make, even for beginners. Don't be intimidated by the list of ingredients; most of them are probably already in your pantry! It's a wonderful recipe to make with family or friends, especially during the holidays. The best part? It's incredibly adaptable – feel free to experiment with different types of apples, spices, and even add nuts or dried cranberries!
Required Equipments
- 9x13 inch baking pan
- Mixing bowls
- Whisk
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Wooden spoon or spatula
- Rubber spatula
- Stand mixer (optional)
- Rolling pin (optional)
Apple-Gingerbread-(Updated-March-15-2025)
This moist and delicious Apple Gingerbread recipe is perfect for autumn gatherings or a cozy night in. It's easy to make and packed with warm spices and juicy apples.
⏳ Yield & Time
Yield: 12 servings
Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time:
🍽 Ingredients
📖 Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13 inch baking pan. This step is super important to prevent sticking – trust me on this one!
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together 1 cup (2 sticks) of unsalted butter and 1 ¾ cups of granulated sugar until light and fluffy. This will take a few minutes, so put on some music and enjoy the process!
- Beat in 2 large eggs one at a time, then stir in 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract. Make sure everything is well combined before moving on!
- In a separate bowl, whisk together 2 ½ cups of all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon of baking soda, 1 teaspoon of ground ginger, ½ teaspoon of ground cloves, and ½ teaspoon of salt. Don't skip the salt; it enhances the flavors!
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined. Be careful not to overmix the batter!
- Peel and grate 4 medium-sized apples (about 4 cups). I like Honeycrisp or Granny Smith apples for this recipe, but you can use your favorite kind. Just make sure they're not too mealy.
- Gently fold in the grated apples into the batter. Be gentle so you don't mush the apples too much!
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread it evenly. A rubber spatula is perfect for this.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out with just a few moist crumbs. If it's too gooey, bake a few more minutes.
- Let the gingerbread cool completely in the pan before cutting and serving. Seriously, don't rush this part. Patience makes perfect!
- Once cooled, dust with powdered sugar and enjoy a slice (or two...or three!) of this amazing Apple Gingerbread!
📝 Notes
- Make sure your butter is softened for best results. Don't melt it; just make sure it's easy to work with.
- For a richer flavor, use brown sugar instead of granulated sugar.
- If you prefer a more intense ginger flavor, add a little extra ground ginger or even some candied ginger!
🍎 Nutrition
Calories: 300 kcal
Protein: 4g
Fat: 12g
Carbohydrates: 40g
Fiber: 3g
Calcium: 15mg
