Description
Indulge in the comforting flavors of this traditional Irish Apple Cake, a rustic dessert perfect for fall gatherings. This moist cake features layers of tender apples nestled in a lightly spiced batter, dusted with a touch of powdered sugar for a delightful finish.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Additional Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (cold and cubed)
- 3 medium apples (peeled, cored, and thinly sliced)
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup whole milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Powdered sugar (for dusting)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch round cake pan or springform pan.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
- Add Butter and Apples: Cut in the cold butter until the mixture resembles crumbs. Fold in the sliced apples.
- Prepare Wet Mixture: In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs, milk, and vanilla.
- Combine Ingredients: Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
- Bake: Spread the batter in the pan and bake for 45-50 minutes until golden and a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool and Serve: Let the cake cool, then transfer to a wire rack. Dust with powdered sugar before serving.
Notes
- This cake is best enjoyed warm with whipped cream or custard.
- Opt for tart apples like Granny Smith for a traditional taste.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Irish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
