Apples, cinnamon, and walnuts?

There’s a lot to love about this family recipe.

His family always ate earlier, so we thought we could swing both.

Southern Living Harvest Cake whole on a cake plate to serve

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Well, I saw my chance to impress!

The process took an entire day.

Well, at least all morning!

It was definitely a hit that Thanksgiving and with many in my family as well!

Sift flour, cinnamon, nutmeg, salt, and baking soda into a medium bowl.

In another bowl, beat eggs, oil, and vanilla together.

Add the apple mixture; then fold in flour mixture followed by the walnuts.

Bake in a 10-inch tube pan in a 350F oven for 1 hour and 10 minutes.

To make our version of White Icing, whisk together powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla until smooth.

Drizzle cooled cake with White Icing; garnish with more chopped nuts.