Apple-Filled Cake Recipe: A Comforting Delight for Any Season

For the Cake:
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup sour cream
1/2 cup milk (dairy or non-dairy)
For the Apple Filling:
3 medium apples, peeled, cored, and chopped
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 tablespoon lemon juice
For the Topping:
Powdered sugar (optional, for dusting)
Whipped cream or vanilla ice cream (optional, for serving)

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