Description
Indulge in the comforting flavors of an Authentic Irish Apple Cake, a traditional dessert that pairs tender slices of apple with a delicately spiced cake base. This recipe yields a moist and flavorful cake that is perfect for any occasion, whether served warm with a dollop of whipped cream or enjoyed with a cup of tea.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Other Ingredients:
- ½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, cold and cubed
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 3 large apples (Granny Smith or similar), peeled, cored, and sliced
- 2 large eggs
- ¼ cup milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- **For the topping (optional):** 2 tablespoons granulated sugar, ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch round cake pan.
- Prepare the Batter: In a large bowl, combine the dry ingredients. Cut in the cold butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Add sugar and apples. In a separate bowl, whisk eggs, milk, and vanilla. Combine wet and dry ingredients.
- Bake: Spread batter into the cake pan. Sprinkle topping if desired. Bake for 45–50 minutes until golden and a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Cool and Serve: Cool in the pan for 10–15 minutes before transferring to a wire rack. Serve warm or at room temperature.
Notes
- Serve warm or at room temperature with powdered sugar, whipped cream, or warm custard.
- Tart apples are recommended for best results.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Irish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
