Description
This decadent apple cake is packed with sweet, crisp apples and a hint of cinnamon, creating the perfect balance of flavor and texture. Moist, dense, and delicious, this cake is ideal for cozy gatherings, holiday desserts, or afternoon tea.
Ingredients
Apples:
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4-5 Honeycrisp apples, peeled and sliced thin
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5 tbsp sugar
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1 tbsp cinnamon
Cake Batter:
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4 large eggs
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2 cups sugar
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1 cup vegetable oil
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3 cups all-purpose flour, sifted
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1 tbsp baking powder
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2 1/2 tsp pure vanilla extract
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1/2 cup orange juice (no pulp)
Instructions
1. Prepare the Apples:
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In a large bowl, toss sliced apples with sugar and cinnamon.
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Let sit while preparing the batter.
2. Make the Cake Batter:
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Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
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Grease a tube pan with butter and dust lightly with flour.
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In a large mixing bowl, beat eggs and whisk in sugar until smooth.
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Stir in vegetable oil.
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Gradually fold in sifted flour and baking powder until just combined.
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Mix in vanilla extract and orange juice.
3. Assemble & Bake:
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Pour half of the batter into the prepared tube pan.
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Spread half of the apples evenly over the batter.
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Pour the remaining batter on top, followed by the rest of the apples.
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Lightly press apples into the batter.
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Bake for 1 to 1 ½ hours, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
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For a gooey texture, remove slightly earlier.
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4. Cool & Serve:
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Let the cake cool slightly before removing the outer layer of the pan.
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Serve warm or at room temperature.
Notes
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Apple Choice: Honeycrisp apples add the best balance of sweetness and tartness.
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Serving Suggestion: Pair with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream for extra indulgence.
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Storage: Store in an airtight container at room temperature for 2-3 days or refrigerate for up to a week.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 410 kcal
- Sugar: 45g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 65g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 55mg