Description
Indulge in the warm, inviting aroma of this delightful Apple Cake, a true French classic that combines tender apples and aromatic spices in a moist cake. Perfect for cozy gatherings or festive occasions, each bite offers a delectable mix of flavors that will leave your guests craving more. Experience the magic of homemade desserts with this easy-to-follow recipe that brings comfort and joy to your table.
Ingredients
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- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 ½ tsp baking powder
- ¼ tsp salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 2 large eggs
- 2 cups diced fresh apples (about 2 medium apples)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Powdered sugar (for dusting, optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round or square baking pan.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream butter until smooth. Gradually add sugar until fluffy. Mix in eggs one at a time followed by vanilla.
- Fold the dry mixture into the wet mixture until just combined; do not over-mix.
- Gently fold in diced apples until evenly distributed.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top. Bake for about 40-50 minutes or until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow to cool slightly before dusting with powdered sugar if desired. Serve warm or at room temperature.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (75g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 35mg