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Swedish Apple Cake

Irresistible Swedish Apple Cake: Your Fall Comfort Dessert

This Swedish Apple Cake is a warm, comforting dessert that embodies fall with its tantalizing flavors and cozy aromas.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Swedish
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 1 cup Unsalted Butter Provides moisture and richness.
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Sweetens the cake and helps with browning.
  • 3 large Large Eggs Binds the ingredients together.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Adds depth of flavor.
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Provides structure.
  • 1 tablespoon Baking Powder A leavening agent.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Enhances flavor.
  • 1 cup Whole Milk Adds moisture and richness.
  • 4 large Large Apples Provide the main flavor and moisture.
For the Topping
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Sweetens the topping.
  • 2 teaspoons Ground Cinnamon Adds warmth and spice.
  • 1/2 cup Sliced Almonds Optional topping that adds crunch.

Equipment

  • 9-inch springform pan
  • Mixing bowl
  • Electric mixer
  • whisk

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a 9-inch springform pan by greasing it with butter and dusting it with flour.
  2. In a mixing bowl, cream together unsalted butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add large eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with whole milk.
  5. Peel and slice large apples, then fold them into the batter.
  6. Mix granulated sugar and ground cinnamon for the topping, then sprinkle over the cake batter.
  7. Bake for 50-60 minutes, checking for doneness with a toothpick.
  8. Cool the cake for 10 minutes in the pan, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 4gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. Can also be refrigerated for up to a week or frozen for up to 3 months.

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