Description
This simple, moist apple cake is a nostalgic autumn treat that fills your kitchen with a heartwarming aroma. Featuring tender bites of fresh fruit folded into a rich, buttery batter, this cake is as easy to make as it is delicious. Perfect for busy weeknights or as a cozy centerpiece, this one-bowl recipe delivers a perfect balance of soft crumb and juicy apple texture in every single bite.
Ingredients
3 medium Red Apples (Pink Lady or Honeycrisp)
100g (7 tbsp) Unsalted Butter, softened
3/4 cup Caster Sugar
3 Large Eggs, room temperature
1 tsp Pure Vanilla Extract
1 1/3 cups All-Purpose Flour
1 1/4 tsp Baking Powder
1/4 tsp Cooking Salt
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 180°C/350°F (160°C fan-forced).
Butter a 23cm/9 inch round cake pan and line the base with parchment paper.
In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
Beat the softened butter on medium speed for 1 minute until creamy.
Add the sugar to the butter and beat for another minute until the mixture is pale and fluffy.
Mix in the eggs one at a time, ensuring each is fully incorporated before adding the next.
Stir in the vanilla extract.
Fold in the dry ingredients until just combined.
Peel, core, and chop the apples into bite-sized pieces and fold them into the batter.
Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
Bake for 35-45 minutes or until a skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
Cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Notes
Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature to help the batter emulsify correctly. For a decorative finish, you can sprinkle a little extra sugar or cinnamon on the top before baking. Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 40
- Category: Baking
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Classic Baking
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 285
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 145mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 85mg