Description
Indulge in the warmth of a classic Swedish Apple Cake, a delightful treat that’s perfect for breakfast, dessert, or a cozy snack. This rustic cake features tender apples and a blend of warm spices that create an inviting aroma as it bakes.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 medium apples (e.g., Granny Smith, Honeycrisp)
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ cup unsalted butter
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ cup yogurt or sour cream
- Ground cinnamon and cardamom
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9-inch baking pan and line with parchment paper.
- Peel, core, and slice the apples; set aside.
- In one bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and cardamom.
- In another bowl, mix melted butter, sugar, eggs, vanilla extract, and yogurt until smooth.
- Gradually combine the dry ingredients with the wet mixture.
- Spread half of the batter in the prepared pan; layer half of the apple slices on top.
- Add the remaining batter and top with leftover apple slices.
- Mix sugar and cinnamon for topping; sprinkle over the cake.
- Bake for 40–45 minutes until golden brown.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 46g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
Keywords: Use firm apples for better texture during baking. Avoid overmixing to ensure a light cake. Customize with nuts or dried fruits for added flavor.