Swedish Apple Cake is a delightful dessert that captures the essence of cozy, comforting fall flavors. This traditional cake is not just a culinary treat; it embodies the spirit of Swedish baking and is often a staple in Swedish households, especially during the apple harvest season.
Ingredients
Scale:
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
½ teaspoon salt
1 cup granulated sugar
½ cup unsalted butter, softened
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
½ cup milk (or a non-dairy alternative)
3-4 medium-sized apples, peeled, cored, and sliced
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan.
In a medium bowl, combine the dry ingredients: flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt. Whisk together and set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy, about 3-5 minutes.
Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Incorporate the vanilla extract and mix until combined.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the milk. Mix until just combined.
Fold in the sliced apples gently, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the batter.
Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan, smoothing the top. Mix brown sugar and cinnamon for the topping and sprinkle it over the batter.
Bake for 35-45 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
