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Cinnamon Swirl Cake with Apples and Persimmons

A cozy and moist cake that marries the tartness of apples with the gentle sweetness of persimmons, creating a delightful dessert for fall.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 280
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Fruit Mixture
  • 2 pieces apples, chopped Use varieties like Honeycrisp or Granny Smith for best results.
  • 2 pieces persimmons, chopped Fuyu persimmons work best.
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice Prevents browning of fruit.
For the Cinnamon Swirl
  • 3 tablespoons melted butter
  • 0.5 cup brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon powder
For the Cake Batter
  • 3 pieces eggs
  • 0.5 cup sugar
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 0.5 cup oil
  • 1.5 cups flour
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
For the Glaze
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 to 2 tablespoons milk Adjust the amount for desired consistency.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F (180 degrees C) and line an 11x11-inch or 13x9-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
  2. Chop the apples and persimmons into small, even pieces and toss them with lemon juice in a bowl.
  3. In a separate bowl, combine melted butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon powder for the swirl mixture.
Batter Preparation
  1. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together eggs, sugar, vanilla extract, and oil until light and slightly airy.
  2. Sprinkle flour, salt, and baking powder over the wet mixture and gently whisk until just combined.
  3. Fold in the prepared fruit mixture gently to avoid deflating the batter.
Assembly and Baking
  1. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread it evenly.
  2. Spoon the cinnamon mixture over the top and swirl it through with a knife.
  3. Bake in the oven for 40 to 45 minutes, checking for doneness with a toothpick.
  4. Allow the cake to cool for about 10 minutes in the pan.
Glazing and Serving
  1. Whisk together powdered sugar and milk until smooth and drizzle over the still-warm cake.
  2. Slice and serve warm or at room temperature.

Notes

Letting the cake cool slightly before glazing helps the glaze stick better.