Description
Comforting layers of spiced apple cinnamon cake promise a delightful dessert experience that celebrates autumn’s warmth. Fragrant spices and tender apple pieces create a delectable treat you’ll savor with each memorable bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 300 grams (about 2 1/2 cups) flour
- 2–3 apples, peeled, cored, and chopped
- 135 grams (about 2/3 cup) sugar
- 3 eggs
- 135 grams (about 1/2 cup) milk
Leavening and Spices:
- 15 grams (about 1 tablespoon) baking powder
- Cinnamon powder, to taste
Liquid and Flavor Enhancers:
- 70 milliliters (about 1/3 cup) oil
- 1/3 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 pinch of salt
- Additional sugar, for sprinkling (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare your kitchen workspace and preheat the oven to 170°C (340°F), ensuring the rack is positioned in the center for even baking.
- Thoroughly grease a cake mold with butter or cooking spray to prevent sticking and facilitate easy cake removal.
- Using an electric mixer, whip eggs with a pinch of salt until they become light and frothy, creating a smooth base for the cake batter.
- Gradually incorporate sugar into the egg mixture, continuing to beat until the volume increases and the texture becomes pale and fluffy.
- Introduce vanilla extract, milk, and vegetable oil to the egg mixture, blending until the ingredients are fully integrated and smooth.
- In a separate bowl, sift together flour and baking powder to eliminate any potential lumps and ensure uniform distribution of leavening agents.
- Gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, using a spatula and taking care not to overmix, which could result in a dense cake texture.
- Pour half the batter into the prepared cake mold, creating an even base layer.
- Distribute chopped apples across the initial batter layer, ensuring even coverage and maximum flavor distribution.
- Generously sprinkle ground cinnamon over the apple layer, creating a warm and aromatic flavor profile.
- Cover the apple and cinnamon layer with the remaining cake batter, creating a complete seal.
- Add a final layer of chopped apples on top, with an additional dusting of cinnamon for enhanced visual appeal and flavor intensity.
- Place the cake in the preheated oven and bake for 40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center emerges clean and dry.
- Remove the cake from the oven and allow it to rest in the mold for several minutes to stabilize its structure.
- Transfer the cake to a wire cooling rack, letting it cool completely to room temperature before slicing.
- Optional: Dust the top with powdered sugar for added sweetness and an elegant finishing touch.
Notes
- Prevent apple sinking by lightly coating chopped apples in flour before adding to batter, ensuring even distribution throughout the cake.
- Experiment with apple varieties like Granny Smith and Honeycrisp to create a complex, balanced flavor profile that adds depth to the dessert.
- Enhance moisture by incorporating a tablespoon of Greek yogurt or sour cream, which helps create a tender and soft cake texture.
- Customize the recipe by adding chopped nuts like walnuts or pecans for extra crunch and nutty undertones, elevating the overall taste experience.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 17g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 70mg