Apple Cake
Here is a straightforward way to make Apple Cake at home, with a clear ingredient list and step-by-step instructions you can follow without guesswork. Sweet without being heavy, it works just as well for an afternoon treat as for dessert. Read through the tips before you start — a couple of small details go a long way with this one.
- Serves 67
- Level Medium
Ingredients
Method
- Cream together butter and sugar until fluffy.
- Beat in the eggs.
- Sift together the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg. Mix into the batter until just incorporated
- Fold in the apples.
- Transfer the batter to a greased and lined cake pan.
- Bake at 350 °F (177 °C, gas mark 4) for 45 minutes.
- Serve warm with whipped cream.
Tips for the best Apple Cake
- Let the egg come up to room temperature for 15 minutes before cooking so it cooks evenly.
- Use a kitchen scale for the dry ingredients if you have one — baking is less forgiving than cooking.
- Do not crowd the pan. Cook in batches if needed so everything browns instead of steaming.
Variations
- Individual portions: divide into ramekins or a muffin tin and reduce the baking time by about a third.
- Vegetable boost: stir in a handful of spinach, peas or diced peppers in the last few minutes of cooking.
- Spicier version: add a pinch of chilli flakes or a sliced fresh chilli with the aromatics.
Serving ideas
Best with fresh berries on the side and a little whipped cream.
Storage
Keeps in an airtight container at room temperature for 2–3 days, or refrigerated for up to a week. Most versions freeze well for 2 months.
Frequently asked questions
Can I make Apple Cake ahead of time?
Yes. It actually improves after a few hours, so make it earlier in the day and reheat gently before serving.
What can I substitute for (118 ml / 108 g) butter?
Any ingredient with a similar texture and cooking time works; see the variations below for ideas. Keep quantities the same and adjust seasoning at the end.
Is this Apple Cake recipe medium to make?
It is rated medium: 9 ingredients and 7 steps. Follow the order and the tips above and it is very forgiving.
How many people does this Apple Cake recipe serve?
As written it serves 67. The quantities scale up or down in a straight line, so double everything for 67×2.
Adapted from Wikibooks Cookbook, CC BY-SA 4.0 — source
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