Apple Cake with Cinnamon Whipped Cream

Steps

1. 1

   Preheat your oven to 350°F (180 °C) (175°C (350 °F)) and grease a 9-inch round cake pan.

2. 2

   In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, 1 teaspoon of cinnamon, and salt.

3. 3

   In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract.

4. 4

   Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the milk, mixing until just combined.

5. 5

   Gently fold in the diced apples into the batter.

6. 6

   Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and spread evenly. Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

   Start 45-minute timer
7. 7

   Allow the cake to cool completely before serving.

8. 8

   To make the whipped cream, beat the cold heavy cream, powdered sugar, and the remaining 0.5 teaspoon of cinnamon with a hand mixer or stand mixer until stiff peaks form.

9. 9

   Serve a slice of cake topped with a generous dollop of the cinnamon whipped cream.