Swedish Apple Cake
Swedish Apple Cake is a heartwarming dessert that fills your home with the delightful aroma of baked apples and cinnamon. Each slice boasts a tender, fluffy cake enveloping tart apple slices, creating a perfect balance of flavors. This easy-to-make cake is not only visually appealing with its golden-brown crust but also offers comfort in every bite. Whether for family gatherings or cozy evenings, this recipe is sure to impress and satisfy your sweet cravings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 8 slices 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Swedish
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium Granny Smith apples, peeled and sliced
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- Juice of half a lemon (for apple preparation)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch round baking pan.
- Toss apple slices in lemon juice to prevent browning.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and cinnamon.
- In another bowl, cream softened butter until fluffy; gradually add the sugar.
- Beat in eggs one at a time, then mix in milk until smooth.
- Gradually fold the dry mixture into the wet ingredients until just combined.
- Gently fold in apple slices and pour batter into the prepared pan.
- Bake for 45-50 minutes or until golden brown and a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 305
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider incorporating nuts or swapping apples for pears. A sprinkle of cardamom can provide an interesting twist to the traditional recipe.