1-Prepping Your Oven and Pan: First, preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) standard or 160°C (320°F) fan-forced to ensure even baking. Grease and line an 8-inch cake pan with baking or parchment paper for easy release later. This step sets the foundation for a cake that comes out perfectly golden and intact.

2-Prepping Your Oven and Pan: While the oven heats up, think about how apples add natural sweetness and moisture it’s what makes this cinnamon apple cake recipe so special. Mixing the dry ingredients comes next, so grab a bowl and combine the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and sugar. Toss in the chopped apple and stir briefly to coat it evenly.

3-Mixing the Batter: In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs, vanilla extract, oil, and Greek yogurt until just combined. Pour this wet mixture into the dry ingredients and gently fold them together with a spoon. Avoid over mixing to keep the cake light and airy it’s a simple trick that preserves the moist texture we all love.

4-Mixing the Batter: Once the batter is ready, spoon it into your prepared pan and smooth the top. For added flavor, prepare the cinnamon topping by mixing the sugar, ground cinnamon, and melted butter until it’s lumpy and moist, then sprinkle it over the batter.

5-Baking and Finishing Touches: Bake the cake for 30 to 35 minutes, or until a skewer inserted in the center comes out clean. Let it cool completely on a wire rack before moving on. Finally, whip up the sugar glaze by combining the icing sugar with 1 tablespoon of milk; add more milk if needed for the right consistency, then drizzle it over the cooled cake.