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Delicious!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2021-09-13","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"OrangeHammer"},"reviewBody":"I made this cake last month for my son-in-laws birthday. We loved it. Definitely worth making again.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2022-01-02","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"Corinna"},"reviewBody":"Wow! This is one delicious cake. My nine-year-old daughter made this, which shows it is a recipe that could be made by any novice baker and still come out great. I did peel and dice the apples for her and placed it in the oven. We only had roasted hazelnuts on hand and used those instead of pecans and they were an excellent substitute, in our humble opinion. I diced the apples the same size as in the video and they came out a bit undercooked. I would definitely dice them smaller next time so they can be softer. We first tried it with some vanilla ice cream, and it received an enthusiastic thumbs up. The cream cheese frosting, using regular cream cheese, puts this cake in a league of its own. Thank you so much for a wonderful recipe!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2021-11-15","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"OrangeHammer"},"reviewBody":"I've made this cake again last month. I'm definately making it for Thanksgiving instead of my usual apple pie. I dont frost the cake with the frosting that comes with the recipe, instead we have it with coolwhip which is fantastic and less sweet. This cake recipe is loved by whomever eats it at my house. And I will always always make it for any occasion. Thanks to the Grandma who sent the recipe in, you're an angel \ud83d\udc95\ud83d\udc95\ud83d\udc95\ud83d\ude19","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2021-10-04","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"Debbie549"},"reviewBody":"This was a wonderful moist and perfect apple cake. I was a little short on apples and it still turned out perfectly! I did double the frosting. I also used a little less confectioners sugar as I don't like it too sweet. This recipe is definitely worth a try!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2021-05-29","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"MissKarla"},"reviewBody":"Excellent cake. I used coconut sugar and reduced the amount to 1 1\/3 cup. I did not put frosting on the cake as a dollop of whipped cream (or Reddi Whip) adds another dimension of flavor. I used 4 cups of apple and it was plenty, but 6 cups would be fine also.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2022-09-24","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"BlueTag"},"reviewBody":"This was a fabulous cake! I used cosmic crisp apples I found at a farmer's market, and I think they were a good choice--not too sweet and not too tart. I chopped them very small as others recommended. The applesauce I used was sweetened, but it didn't seem to affect the taste much. Thank you to everybody who suggested doubling the icing. That was definitely necessary. I used full fat cream cheese. Next time I think I will reduce the powdered sugar in the icing, though. It is very sweet. Others may like it that way. This is really a lovely and easy-to-make cake. It will be great with morning coffee! Thank you TOH!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2023-10-31","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"Sabrina423"},"reviewBody":"
Used this recipe to make 12 large muffins. They came out perfect! Texture reminds me of a moist zucchini bread but with lots of apples. My second batch I increased the pecans to 3\/4 cups.<\/p>","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2023-10-09","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"mmies"},"reviewBody":"
This is my go-to recipe for potluck dinners or family gatherings. It\u2019s easy to make and so full of flavor. Someone almost always asks for the recipe & today I was told that it was the most popular dish on the dessert table. I wouldn\u2019t change anything except I did double the frosting. <\/p>","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2023-09-15","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"Suzanne629"},"reviewBody":"
Made this recipe. We loved it. It's a verymoist cake. I doubled the cream cheese icing recipe as per some comments that were posted. It worked out very well!<\/p>","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2024-03-16","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"Mary808"},"reviewBody":"
Wow! This may have been the best cake I have ever baked. Very delicious!<\/p>","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2024-04-08","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"lizofstad231"},"reviewBody":"
Just okay. Way more apples than cake. Not enough frosting. And the cake burned. <\/p>","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":3,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2021-03-15","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"BlueBone"},"reviewBody":"Just made it for the fourth time in 3 days. I live at 4400 feet so I avoid the sunken middle of the cake by cutting the baking soda in half. I is a wonderful cake and is loved by everyone' whose lips touch it.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2021-03-22","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"PurpleTeepee"},"reviewBody":"The very best apple cake we've ever eaten. I made it in a springform pan and baked it for about a hour and ten minutes. Made one and a half times the icing...everyone thought it was delicious. Sort of reminded us of a really good carrot cake without the carrots. Definitely a keeper! Thanks Lauris!!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2019-10-09","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"RedBug"},"reviewBody":"I prepared this cake to take to a meeting and it was a huge hit. I used 3 large Granny Smith apples to equal 6 cups and doubled the icing recipe per other reviews. It worked. No other changes. It has a subtle cinnamon flavor so if you want more, feel free to add more cinnamon. This is a delicious cake. Volunteer Field Editor","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2016-10-04","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"GreenBlowdryer"},"reviewBody":"I have this recipe in my TOH cookbook. I LOVE THIS RECIPE. It is seriously delicious and somewhat healthy if you eat the portion size and not too much more. I like to freeze portions so don't eat too much at once, and it stays fresh that way.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2020-09-25","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"OliveTurtle"},"reviewBody":"This is by far my husband's favorite cake. Super moist and very flavorful. The benefit to applesauce is that it reduces calories, and adds nutrients and fiber. If you want to be a \"purist\" just add 1\/2 cup of butter instead of the applesauce. Either way, it's a great recipe just the way it is.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2017-09-29","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"CyanCupcake"},"reviewBody":"Best apple cake recipe ever!! Do double the frosting ; I did use real butter in the cake (no oil) and in the frosting. I always use butter in baking. I used regular cream cheese. Perfect.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2024-01-31","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"Daralyn"},"reviewBody":"
super good<\/p>","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2020-04-25","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"PurpleBottle"},"reviewBody":"I also am from Turlock my Brother buys about five bags a year from a Farmer in Hughson on Tully Road I wanted to try something different to impress him . I make this today it was very delicious I will share recipe with him the only thing was it called for a large amount of apples I only had two which was plenty for me so I don't think I would ever use 6 cups. I will certainly make again! Thanks for sharing","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":4,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2019-09-24","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"OliveSailboat"},"reviewBody":"I am happy to see a reduced fat version of this cake. Since you can substitute applesauce for vegetable oil in cakes, it seems logical you could substitute vegetable oil or butter back into the cake for anyone who wants closer to the original version. The reduced fat version tastes great! I made half of the cake in an 8 x 8 pan. I was using apples that I already had (Gala) so I added about a teaspoon of lemon juice for tartness. That worked well. One could easily substitute ice cream for whipped cream instead of the frosting.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2019-01-12","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"BlueCar"},"reviewBody":"The recipe sounded really good and the reviews I read were mostly 4-5 stars. I wanted to try it for my self but a 9x13 cake is a little large for 2. I decided to halve the cake portion of the recipe and bake it in a 8x8 pan and took about 30 min. to cook. I made the frosting as directed and it covered the cake with little left over. The cake was delicious, moist and full of apples and nuts. 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Thanks Lauris!!","CommentId":1,"DateRated":"03\/22\/2021 21:21","GUID":"8b7e2601fcd542dd8479bb9febc8f94c","MemberId":9529918,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"Brenda","SubmittedDate":"03\/22\/2021 21:21"},{"Comment":"Just made it for the fourth time in 3 days. I live at 4400 feet so I avoid the sunken middle of the cake by cutting the baking soda in half. I is a wonderful cake and is loved by everyone' whose lips touch it.","CommentId":2,"DateRated":"03\/15\/2021 02:31","GUID":"73c29009a88c4a1b965814bac62c0921","MemberId":9907461,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"Daniel","SubmittedDate":"03\/15\/2021 02:31"},{"Comment":"I have made this recipe many times. It always turns out great. The cream cheese frosting is what puts it over the top flavor wise. Goes perfectly with the cake. Yum!","CommentId":3,"DateRated":"02\/27\/2021 21:03","GUID":"2b8320ea729445c58a967d35215b6824","MemberId":9423042,"Rating":0,"ScreenName":"Pamela","SubmittedDate":"02\/27\/2021 21:03"},{"Comment":"Wow! Easy and extended family loved it! on New Years Day dinner! Very moist.","CommentId":4,"DateRated":"01\/16\/2021 23:38","GUID":"c67c70bdd0fc42959fed84d13f3ff490","MemberId":6802940,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"dpn429","SubmittedDate":"01\/16\/2021 23:38"},{"Comment":"I really liked this cake. It was moist and I found it easy to make. I give it five stars. Even my mom ate it and she doesn\u2019t eat a lot of sweets..","CommentId":5,"DateRated":"12\/20\/2020 19:20","GUID":"bd1b86f41f3c4d22bfdf7229fd7b751d","MemberId":9896479,"Rating":0,"ScreenName":"Elizabeth","SubmittedDate":"12\/20\/2020 19:20"},{"Comment":"This was an awesome apple cake and because I didnt have the applesauce I used a strawberry flavor applesauce so the end was fantastic","CommentId":6,"DateRated":"12\/07\/2020 16:07","GUID":"74a87bca0ee647faad5e5b2f91c1d259","MemberId":9891053,"Rating":0,"ScreenName":"T","SubmittedDate":"12\/07\/2020 16:07"},{"Comment":"Great cake. Made this cake and husband loved it. Also put in raisins and a bit of vanilla pudding. Also made cake sugar free for my sister whose a diabetic Turned out very good. Also sent it out to my son and they all loved it. This is a keeper.","CommentId":7,"DateRated":"10\/25\/2020 19:30","GUID":"1b4df803cb204934ba0a89c81e128948","MemberId":7073945,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"abbyalex","SubmittedDate":"10\/25\/2020 19:30"},{"Comment":"A little more time consuming but worth the effort, SO DELICIOUS!","CommentId":8,"DateRated":"10\/23\/2020 23:15","GUID":"f777f2d064804d0a883ac643a8c836ac","MemberId":2666727,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"resalee","SubmittedDate":"10\/23\/2020 23:15"},{"Comment":"Excellent apple cake!","CommentId":9,"DateRated":"10\/07\/2020 16:12","GUID":"ba2104c8404341849e639701e7859ee7","MemberId":9817254,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"Sandra","SubmittedDate":"10\/07\/2020 16:12"},{"Comment":"This is by far my husband's favorite cake. Super moist and very flavorful. The benefit to applesauce is that it reduces calories, and adds nutrients and fiber. If you want to be a "purist" just add 1\/2 cup of butter instead of the applesauce. Either way, it's a great recipe just the way it is.","CommentId":10,"DateRated":"09\/25\/2020 20:34","GUID":"f53bb7166ba949ed8e7490a4116bfb7f","MemberId":7785393,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"Westiebabe","SubmittedDate":"09\/25\/2020 20:34"},{"Comment":"I also am from Turlock my Brother buys about five bags a year from a Farmer in Hughson on Tully Road I wanted to try\nsomething different to impress him . I make this today it was very delicious I will share recipe with him the only thing was\nit called for a large amount of apples I only had two which was plenty for me so I don't think I would ever use 6 cups. \nI will certainly make again! Thanks for sharing","CommentId":11,"DateRated":"04\/25\/2020 23:49","GUID":"42c84772e3504974a26839ef50afe4fc","MemberId":9809067,"Rating":4,"ScreenName":"Sharon","SubmittedDate":"04\/25\/2020 23:49"},{"Comment":"","CommentId":12,"DateRated":"03\/15\/2020 16:17","GUID":"3c97688dfbc14244bb4860185df72f89","MemberId":9699150,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"Cathy","SubmittedDate":"03\/15\/2020 16:17"},{"Comment":"This is delicious. The chopped apples in it are such a nice addition. I used Gala apples, I think about any kind of apple would be good in it. At first when I finished with the batter, I wondered if the 13X9 inch baking pan would be too large, but it wasn't, it was perfect. I made the frosting recipe as written, but when I frosted the cake, it wasn't quite enough. I had enough ingredients to make another batch of frosting, so that is what I did and that made enough to finish frosting the cake, and a little more. I can use the little extra frosting for something else, or freeze it. I am definitely going to make this again and again!","CommentId":13,"DateRated":"01\/29\/2020 08:55","GUID":"3d51893fc45f4741a2d47b39fa4b8862","MemberId":8348194,"Rating":4,"ScreenName":"Bonnie","SubmittedDate":"01\/29\/2020 08:55"},{"Comment":"Made this cake for Thanksgiving and it was great. Reduced sugar to 1 and1\/2 cup still plenty sweet. Icing looked minimal but it was the right amount. Delicious keeper.","CommentId":14,"DateRated":"12\/06\/2019 02:05","GUID":"19c06526ece7423f8b53994e79ca26d0","MemberId":9746814,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"Reeva","SubmittedDate":"12\/06\/2019 02:05"},{"Comment":"Very nice moist cake. Wonderful flavors. I added some raisins which added even more flavor. I agree that the icing isn\u2019t enough for the whole cake. I baked my cake in two 8\u201d X 8\u201d square cake pans and ended up \nusing all the icing from the recipe on one cake. My guests raved about the cake. I froze the other cake for a later date and will just make another batch of icing. Definitely a keeper.","CommentId":15,"DateRated":"11\/20\/2019 23:29","GUID":"a728a9a49cdd4061a92c6b1c4eef364c","MemberId":7467670,"Rating":4,"ScreenName":"Dkawaller","SubmittedDate":"11\/20\/2019 23:29"},{"Comment":"Delicious, moist, very easy cake to make. Since my husband doesn\u2019t like frosting, I made a streusel topping doe the cake and added it during the baking time. Wouldn\u2019t change a thing and I used golden delicious since I had a bushel of them to work up. This is a keeper and will make again.","CommentId":16,"DateRated":"11\/13\/2019 10:33","GUID":"7c3514e9277c4b639770d1042e3da1f0","MemberId":5504733,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"mjkrohn","SubmittedDate":"11\/13\/2019 10:33"},{"Comment":"I prepared this cake to take to a meeting and it was a huge hit. I used 3 large Granny Smith apples to equal 6 cups and doubled the icing recipe per other reviews. It worked. No other changes. It has a subtle cinnamon flavor so if you want more, feel free to add more cinnamon. This is a delicious cake.\nVolunteer Field Editor","CommentId":17,"DateRated":"10\/09\/2019 12:51","GUID":"F05779EA64F169F8FF62793BB72979ED","MemberId":31788,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"MarineMom_texas","SubmittedDate":"10\/09\/2019 12:51"},{"Comment":"I cut the recipe in half and baked it in a 8\u201d square baking dish. I did not cut the frosting in half because of the comments and I\u2019m so glad I didn\u2019t because it was just the right amount for half a cake. It is not overly sweet and complements the cake perfectly. I was worried the apples would come out underdone so I diced them very small. It was very delicious and a keeper. Will make this many more times I am sure. ????","CommentId":18,"DateRated":"10\/04\/2019 18:15","GUID":"9bc9aa39bc7f4dec9a42969cc2841b3b","MemberId":1697950,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"12Knights4Mari","SubmittedDate":"10\/04\/2019 18:15"},{"Comment":"I am happy to see a reduced fat version of this cake. Since you can substitute applesauce for vegetable oil in cakes, it seems logical you could substitute vegetable oil or butter back into the cake for anyone who wants closer to the original version. \n\nThe reduced fat version tastes great! I made half of the cake in an 8 x 8 pan. I was using apples that I already had (Gala) so I added about a teaspoon of lemon juice for tartness. That worked well. \n\nOne could easily substitute ice cream for whipped cream instead of the frosting.","CommentId":19,"DateRated":"09\/24\/2019 00:09","GUID":"de0fc099ed47432fbfc55e99dcaa21d1","MemberId":1180695,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"cshenry1","SubmittedDate":"09\/24\/2019 00:09"},{"Comment":"No~~ my Gram also would be shocked about reduced fat in anything. However, Laauris noted above that she had lightened up the recipe to start with. Looks great so I will try it.","CommentId":20,"DateRated":"09\/14\/2019 21:05","GUID":"82e40c2e32be4f1bb3e77aab0e912a22","MemberId":7806240,"Rating":0,"ScreenName":"Cargram","SubmittedDate":"09\/14\/2019 21:05"},{"Comment":"gramcayo,,, I agree with you. As I read the recipe, I thought, "My grandmother, never knew what reduced fat was"!","CommentId":21,"DateRated":"07\/27\/2019 21:55","GUID":"93a322694b8247e5a8db28d9b0a9a264","MemberId":1210710,"Rating":0,"ScreenName":"Dave_A","SubmittedDate":"07\/27\/2019 21:55"},{"Comment":"","CommentId":22,"DateRated":"05\/19\/2019 19:49","GUID":"cc4919414d814f3eaf28aaf55c75ea0f","MemberId":9600847,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"Z","SubmittedDate":"05\/19\/2019 19:49"},{"Comment":"","CommentId":23,"DateRated":"05\/09\/2019 15:08","GUID":"15a71ae4941e42468e091b78ae868416","MemberId":9647430,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"Dorah","SubmittedDate":"05\/09\/2019 15:08"},{"Comment":"This is a very good cake however I have a few comments. First of all the time to prepare this cake is way longer than listed. It took me an hour. I think that the problem is that the time to cut up the apples wasn't included in prep time. Secondly, the frosting needs to be doubled. There wasn't anywhere near enough to cover a 9\/13 cake. Everything else is great but I didn't appreciate the time preparation being wrong or so little frosting. I ended up doubling it and that was right.","CommentId":24,"DateRated":"03\/06\/2019 22:47","GUID":"F24AF7BFF0174A2CB4C63282AC6942F8","MemberId":4373032,"Rating":4,"ScreenName":"Evelyn S.","SubmittedDate":"03\/06\/2019 22:47"},{"Comment":"","CommentId":25,"DateRated":"02\/22\/2019 19:59","GUID":"2890a95a7d0c46d79e8eb4c9768d4b25","MemberId":9495148,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"Sharon","SubmittedDate":"02\/22\/2019 19:59"},{"Comment":"Divine! I withheld nuts and instead toasted and sprinkled them on top of the icing on half of the cake to please the picky eaters in my family. I loved the toasted crunch. Also, I did not have enough white sugar and had to use half dark brown sugar, but the recipe was still delicious that way. The huge amount of apples is just right, and I thought the amount of icing suggested was a perfect accent without making the cake too sweet.","CommentId":26,"DateRated":"01\/17\/2019 21:56","GUID":"f2343c9eaafd44839eb230c4c95c5891","MemberId":9595947,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"Maureen","SubmittedDate":"01\/17\/2019 21:56"},{"Comment":"The recipe sounded really good and the reviews I read were mostly 4-5 stars. I wanted to try it for my self but a 9x13 cake is a little large for 2. I decided to halve the cake portion of the recipe and bake it in a 8x8 pan and took about 30 min. to cook. I made the frosting as directed and it covered the cake with little left over. The cake was delicious, moist and full of apples and nuts. I will be using this recipe again.","CommentId":27,"DateRated":"01\/12\/2019 20:09","GUID":"97d4b04432314d77b4770b9b97f07a5a","MemberId":4207061,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"walter22","SubmittedDate":"01\/12\/2019 20:09"},{"Comment":"","CommentId":28,"DateRated":"11\/19\/2018 21:51","GUID":"ed92e9355b02429b868c582855ec591e","MemberId":8124498,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"ozorzi","SubmittedDate":"11\/19\/2018 21:51"},{"Comment":"I would like to add raisins like the original recipe. What is the amount to use?","CommentId":29,"DateRated":"09\/26\/2018 23:08","GUID":"8a65105c468641e09d42e25242491bfd","MemberId":7248342,"Rating":4,"ScreenName":"justme58","SubmittedDate":"09\/26\/2018 23:08"},{"Comment":"I don't understand why folks advertise a cake as Grandmas old favorite then "lighten it up"......... I often change a recipe (i.e. using applesauce but please........ I want to see what Grandma offered! Thanks.","CommentId":30,"DateRated":"07\/15\/2018 03:17","GUID":"ecb0a649597d45f7a429f6f64e9075e3","MemberId":5095727,"Rating":3,"ScreenName":"Carol","SubmittedDate":"07\/15\/2018 03:17"},{"Comment":"
This cake is so yummy. I also diced the apples and left out the raisins. It's good with or without the icing.<\/p>","CommentId":31,"DateRated":"03\/21\/2018 19:40","GUID":"2C4FC28F356394A359C90DD5A35FDF75","MemberId":221828,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"cindiak","SubmittedDate":"03\/21\/2018 19:40"},{"Comment":"
This is very good cake but if I\u2019m making it for a smaller group it\u2019s to much I\u2019m wondering if I can freeze some of it<\/p>","CommentId":32,"DateRated":"01\/19\/2018 15:52","GUID":"a6fe6782be9f45dfa79e1373e9ac47b0","MemberId":9410293,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"Linda","SubmittedDate":"01\/19\/2018 15:52"},{"Comment":"
Best apple cake recipe ever!! Do double the frosting ; I did use real butter in the cake (no oil) and in the frosting. I always use butter in baking. I used regular cream cheese. Perfect.<\/p>","CommentId":33,"DateRated":"09\/29\/2017 18:24","GUID":"db3c4ca5aa0249d4a3df50ad28dd33ed","MemberId":7733207,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"Dianne","SubmittedDate":"09\/29\/2017 18:24"},{"Comment":"
Excellent moist cake. Easy to put together. I agree with other reviewers that dicing the apples makes it even better. The cake is loaded with apples. I personally do not put in the nuts or raisins, but I am sure both are great options. The frosting is delicious as well. Definite 5 stars on this one !!<\/p>","CommentId":34,"DateRated":"09\/29\/2017 17:48","GUID":"20f63c67a45a401886482f35a8b0aae4","MemberId":5417783,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"lhojnacki","SubmittedDate":"09\/29\/2017 17:48"},{"Comment":"
So moist and deliousous. Love apple cake but this one really stands out!<\/p>","CommentId":35,"DateRated":"09\/28\/2017 15:13","GUID":"9938F663964ABC45CAFDD7EE45E88AA4","MemberId":186890,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"Stacey4gop","SubmittedDate":"09\/28\/2017 15:13"},{"Comment":"
AWESOME APPLE CAKE: I made this cake without the icing and it was incredible. I have used several different apple cake recipes in the past but never one that uses 6 cups of diced apples. It's loaded with apples. I intend to throw out all other apple cake recipes and keep this one. IT REALLY IS THAT GOOD!<\/p>","CommentId":36,"DateRated":"09\/14\/2017 07:21","GUID":"7e3757f5652d49d290f0348debd1a017","MemberId":6496996,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"jsk68","SubmittedDate":"09\/14\/2017 07:21"},{"Comment":"
This cake is excellent. Sometimes I sprinkle cinn. & sugar & nuts on top before baking & eliminate the icing.<\/p>","CommentId":37,"DateRated":"09\/07\/2017 15:16","GUID":"c1b73881755b427fba1ce6a84251fc53","MemberId":6274346,"Rating":4,"ScreenName":"tsuop","SubmittedDate":"09\/07\/2017 15:16"},{"Comment":"
I live apple cake this one looks n sounds great.<\/p>","CommentId":38,"DateRated":"08\/30\/2017 00:08","GUID":"c94dc3f6ffeb435b9e7b12195d9ee5b7","MemberId":9119723,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"Al","SubmittedDate":"08\/30\/2017 00:08"},{"Comment":"","CommentId":39,"DateRated":"05\/11\/2017 20:51","GUID":"8aa5a62b7c084fa3978c3cb34718dd97","MemberId":8526680,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"zeecat3","SubmittedDate":"05\/11\/2017 20:51"},{"Comment":"
Very nice and moist, will make again<\/p>","CommentId":40,"DateRated":"05\/01\/2017 16:21","GUID":"d80cd17b644f43ae84940863e1be8947","MemberId":7627576,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"cside28","SubmittedDate":"05\/01\/2017 16:21"},{"Comment":"
I have this recipe in my TOH cookbook. I LOVE THIS RECIPE. It is seriously delicious and somewhat healthy if you eat the portion size and not too much more. I like to freeze portions so don't eat too much at once, and it stays fresh that way.<\/p>","CommentId":41,"DateRated":"10\/04\/2016 16:30","GUID":"1a1f61ad23db47faa5c4707f1cfe30b8","MemberId":5632060,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"valdater","SubmittedDate":"10\/04\/2016 16:30"},{"Comment":"
want to make this but only have cinnamon flavored applesauce will that work?<\/p>","CommentId":42,"DateRated":"","GUID":"e679613cbb504468af88e39881c27692","MemberId":3279753,"Rating":0,"ScreenName":"gemnidebb","SubmittedDate":"10\/03\/2016 13:11"},{"Comment":"
Amazingly moist cake! I used Honeycrisp apples and chopped them very fine. Added more cinnamon, some ground cloves and ground ginger as we like apple stuff nice and spicy. Husband made me take it to work so he wouldn't eat the whole thing!<\/p>","CommentId":43,"DateRated":"09\/28\/2016 10:57","GUID":"d78aa588b3314b508f37063b79a0d06a","MemberId":4074232,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"Catherine M","SubmittedDate":"09\/28\/2016 10:56"},{"Comment":"
I made this yesterday and there's not much left. Did find out that it was better to chop the apples with smaller chunks to get it moister. This was a hit, for sure!<\/p>","CommentId":44,"DateRated":"09\/26\/2016 10:27","GUID":"0be284d9bcac409cb885bd63e88dd74c","MemberId":7492274,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"tanqueray","SubmittedDate":"09\/26\/2016 10:17"},{"Comment":"
This is a very delicious apple cake! Our favorite! I used Chehalis apples from our tree and it turned out moist and full of apple flavor. The cream cheese frosting is yummy as well. Thanks for sharing.<\/p>","CommentId":45,"DateRated":"09\/25\/2016 16:41","GUID":"62b9e08982c844499c9570c60cdb306a","MemberId":1488797,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"Cherie Hill","SubmittedDate":"09\/25\/2016 16:41"},{"Comment":"
Very moist and flavorful. I ran out of apples so added 2 cups of chopped pears to my 4 cups of chopped apples. Still excellent and can't even tell that pears were used. My frosting did not turn out like the picture looks tho. But was still good. I might double the frosting recipe next time, it barely covered the cake.<\/p>","CommentId":46,"DateRated":"09\/24\/2016 21:06","GUID":"6445bcf3c69b4251b7900bca6beb7a5a","MemberId":5523345,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"Jannahughes","SubmittedDate":"09\/24\/2016 21:06"},{"Comment":"","CommentId":47,"DateRated":"09\/21\/2016 20:34","GUID":"5295ff529a914ebd8cbb3381382889aa","MemberId":2003332,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"singer1945bkhAyaho.com","SubmittedDate":"09\/21\/2016 20:34"},{"Comment":"
OMG this cake is as moist as it is flavorful...the cream cheese icing tops it off with alittle sweetness.<\/p>","CommentId":48,"DateRated":"09\/10\/2016 21:01","GUID":"5214d0381c0849e1aab393f16aa35fc5","MemberId":1553892,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"cruisingail","SubmittedDate":"09\/10\/2016 21:01"},{"Comment":"
My husband has been advised to avoid processed sugar. I sustituted two pitted dates (blended with the liquids) and added a 1\/4 cup Stevia. I omitted the frosting. The cake turned out well. Thanks for sharing this recipe.<\/p>","CommentId":49,"DateRated":"09\/09\/2016 21:16","GUID":"b58d6ec1b0e249db8a2ba3bdf99ca543","MemberId":8888456,"Rating":4,"ScreenName":"Quincal","SubmittedDate":"09\/09\/2016 21:15"},{"Comment":"
Super moist and yummy! I added raisins to mine-will definitely make this again:)<\/p>","CommentId":50,"DateRated":"","GUID":"234f3742cce04cedae11cc6b59d397c9","MemberId":1692203,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"leh2020","SubmittedDate":"11\/17\/2013 17:24"},{"Comment":"
This recipe was a good way to use up some of my dad's apples from his apple tree. My boys LOVED it & one of them said it was the cinnamon in it that made it taste so good!<\/p>","CommentId":51,"DateRated":"","GUID":"bc0f19ba33ac47b4b4ca6cd6128c3392","MemberId":6637204,"Rating":4,"ScreenName":"maddawson","SubmittedDate":"09\/14\/2013 17:50"},{"Comment":"
A good recipe...tastes somewhat like apple cobbler. I kinda overbaked mine, but it was still moist. I didn't add frosting to the cake, but served it with whipped cream.<\/p>","CommentId":52,"DateRated":"10\/11\/2011 20:34","GUID":"6301fffd6f2e41d49d2868890050cf83","MemberId":6100887,"Rating":4,"ScreenName":"chilipower","SubmittedDate":"10\/11\/2011 20:34"},{"Comment":"
Delicious. I shredded the apples and left out the nuts to make it more kid friendly. I haven't frosted it yet, but we've enjoyed pieces without the frosting. Very moist. Yum.<\/p>","CommentId":53,"DateRated":"03\/06\/2011 15:54","GUID":"c3c6301b1dda429a8d5296091e609a3f","MemberId":4970660,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"HeatherD35","SubmittedDate":"03\/06\/2011 15:54"},{"Comment":"
This is my go to recipe for apple cake. Everyone on special diets can eat this<\/p>","CommentId":54,"DateRated":"07\/27\/2010 18:11","GUID":"02e73eebc8f64b6f84c729ec14e1f813","MemberId":1609576,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"bobbie29","SubmittedDate":"07\/27\/2010 18:11"},{"Comment":"
This cake is always a hit in any gathering that I have been. The whole family really love it, it's so far our favorite.<\/p>","CommentId":55,"DateRated":"","GUID":"1ea2e4a10c59486ab87f1dc9338204a2","MemberId":3587066,"Rating":0,"ScreenName":"texmexqueen","SubmittedDate":"03\/30\/2010 01:33"},{"Comment":"","CommentId":56,"DateRated":"10\/15\/2009 16:21","GUID":"9c3e5cc86bab4bf88608e26fa3882388","MemberId":4107057,"Rating":4,"ScreenName":"dekeust14@aol.com","SubmittedDate":"10\/15\/2009 16:21"},{"Comment":"","CommentId":57,"DateRated":"01\/10\/2008 19:30","GUID":"41c9976fa9b348ab9b9e2730a9b39ad2","MemberId":2715990,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"SandyRoss","SubmittedDate":"01\/10\/2008 19:30"},{"Comment":"","CommentId":58,"DateRated":"11\/23\/2007 12:13","GUID":"5E9AAF2D51174901863749C160FE13F0","MemberId":1732465,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"Edil","SubmittedDate":"11\/23\/2007 12:13"},{"Comment":"","CommentId":59,"DateRated":"11\/22\/2007 21:51","GUID":"a8dc36dd5f13453781e229be38dd9aa8","MemberId":2362693,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"dahliacorella@yahoo.com","SubmittedDate":"11\/22\/2007 21:51"},{"Comment":"","CommentId":60,"DateRated":"11\/22\/2007 19:13","GUID":"c163cf005ec84d00a05893515e8c7489","MemberId":2189949,"Rating":4,"ScreenName":"lucienne","SubmittedDate":"11\/22\/2007 19:13"},{"Comment":"","CommentId":61,"DateRated":"06\/23\/2006 05:27","GUID":"cfcb682c6e114c26a2e5d8e45928fd9b","MemberId":1192903,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"hunbratan","SubmittedDate":"06\/23\/2006 05:27"}]},"breadcrumb":[{"term_id":310796,"name":"Dishes & Beverages","slug":"dishes-beverages","term_group":0,"term_taxonomy_id":310731,"taxonomy":"categories-v2","description":"Wondering what to make? We've got recipes for any dish and beverage you're craving, from easy dinners to rich chocolate cakes and everything in between.","parent":309177,"count":43644,"filter":"raw","term_order":"0","url":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/dishes-beverages\/"},{"term_id":311389,"name":"Cakes","slug":"cakes","term_group":0,"term_taxonomy_id":311324,"taxonomy":"categories-v2","description":"Taste Recipes's Test Kitchen is the headquarters for cake recipes. Our pros have all the techniques you need to whip up the perfect cake from scratch.","parent":310796,"count":2978,"filter":"raw","term_order":"0","url":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/dishes-beverages\/cakes\/"},{"term_id":311393,"name":"Apple Cakes","slug":"apple-cakes","term_group":0,"term_taxonomy_id":311328,"taxonomy":"categories-v2","description":"A good apple cake recipe turns out moist, dense and down-right delicious. With German and Jewish roots, we've tested and selected our favorite old-fashioned apple cake recipes\u2014and included few new spins, too.","parent":311389,"count":112,"filter":"raw","term_order":"0","url":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/dishes-beverages\/cakes\/apple-cakes\/"}],"meta_data":{"enhanced_fields":{"enhanced_recipe_title":"Gran's Apple Cake"}},"analytics":[],"yoast_head":"\n