This Ultimate Apple Cake is truly the best you’ll ever eat. With its fluffy texture and perfectly sweet apple topping, it’s an absolute delight. The combination of light, airy cake with tender apple pieces, sprinkled with cinnamon and sugar, creates a heavenly flavor that will have you coming back for more.
Baking the cake in a preheated oven ensures it rises beautifully, while the final touch of grilling gives it a golden crust that adds a satisfying crunch. Whether you’re enjoying it with a cup of tea or as a sweet treat after dinner, this apple cake is sure to impress your family and friends. Its simplicity and deliciousness make it a recipe you’ll want to keep and make over and over again.
Recipe:
Ingredients:
- 3 eggs (room temperature)
- 75 grams of sugar (2.64 oz.)
- 8 grams of vanilla sugar (0.28 oz.)
- 150 grams of flour (5.29 oz.)
- 10 grams of baking powder (0.35 oz. or 2 tsp)
- 100 grams of melted butter (3.5 oz.)
- For the Apples:
- 3 apples
- 3 tablespoons of sugar for sprinkling
- Cinnamon to taste
Directions:
- Prepare the Batter:
- Preheat your oven to 180°C (356°F).
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the 3 room temperature eggs until foamy.
- Gradually add 75 grams of sugar and 8 grams of vanilla sugar, beating continuously until the mixture is light and fluffy.
- Sift in 150 grams of flour and 10 grams of baking powder. Mix until just combined.
- Fold in 100 grams of melted butter until the batter is smooth and well incorporated.
- Prepare the Apples:
- Peel the 3 apples and cut them into 3 cm sized pieces.
- Line a 19 cm baking pan with parchment paper and grease it well.
- Arrange the apple pieces evenly on top of the batter in the baking pan.
- Sprinkle 3 tablespoons of sugar and some cinnamon over the apples for extra flavor.
- Bake the Cake:
- Place the baking pan in the preheated oven and bake for 35 minutes at 180°C (356°F).
- After 35 minutes, remove the cake from the oven and carefully detach it from the edges of the pan.
- Turn the cake out onto a plate, then place it back in the baking pan.
- Switch your oven to grill function and return the cake to the oven for an additional 3 minutes to achieve a golden crust.
- Serve:
- Let the cake cool slightly before serving.
- Enjoy this divine apple cake with a cup of tea or coffee.
Prep Time: 10 minutes | Baking Time: 35 minutes | Additional Time: 3 minutes | Total Time: 48 minutes
Kcal: 250 kcal (approx.) | Servings: 8 servings
TIPS AND SHARING IDEAS
- Egg Temperature: Ensure the eggs are at room temperature for better volume and texture in the cake batter.
- Apple Varieties: Use a mix of tart and sweet apples for a balanced flavor. Granny Smith and Honeycrisp are great choices.
- Additional Flavors: Add a splash of vanilla extract or a pinch of nutmeg to the batter for extra flavor.
- Baking Pan: A 19 cm springform pan works best for easy removal of the cake.
- Serving Suggestions: Serve the cake warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream for an extra indulgent treat.
- Storage: Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days, or refrigerate for up to 5 days.
- Freezing: This cake freezes well. Wrap it tightly in plastic wrap and aluminum foil before freezing. Thaw at room temperature before serving.