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Swedish Apple Cake

A traditional, simple cake where sliced, cinnamon-spiced apples are folded directly into a moist, buttery batter, baked until golden, and finished with a dusting of powdered sugar.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 8
Course: Cakes, Dessert
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • Medium apples peeled, cored, and sliced: 3
  • Lemon juice: 1 teaspoon
  • Granulated sugar: 1 cup
  • All-purpose flour: 1 cup
  • Baking powder: 1 teaspoon
  • Salt: 1/2 teaspoon
  • Ground cinnamon: 1 teaspoon
  • Unsalted butter melted: 1/2 cup
  • Large eggs: 2
  • Vanilla extract: 1 teaspoon
  • Chopped walnuts or pecans: 1/2 cup optional
  • Powdered sugar: For dusting optional

Equipment

  • 9-inch Round Cake Pan
  • Large Mixing Bowl
  • Medium Bowl
  • Whisk
  • Wire Rack

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9-inch round cake pan or line it with parchment paper.
  2. Prep Apples: In a bowl, toss the sliced apples with the lemon juice and set aside.
  3. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the sugar, flour, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon.
  4. Add Wet Ingredients: Add the melted butter, eggs, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.
  5. Combine Filling: Gently fold in the sliced apples and the nuts (if using) until they are evenly distributed throughout the batter.
  6. Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and spread it evenly. Bake for 40-45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  7. Cool and Serve: Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
  8. Finish: Dust with powdered sugar before serving, if desired.

Notes

Flavor Variation: Try incorporating a teaspoon of nutmeg or ginger into the batter for added complexity.
Serving Suggestion: Serve the cake warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream for a delightful dessert.
Apple Type: Firmer apples like Honeycrisp or Granny Smith work best as they hold their shape during baking.
Do Not Overmix: Mixing the batter until just combined is key to keeping the cake tender and moist.

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