Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of this Italian Apple Cake, a moist and fluffy dessert that showcases the natural sweetness of fresh apples. Perfect for gatherings or cozy evenings, this cake is easy to make and sure to impress your guests. With a rich apple flavor and creamy texture, it’s a versatile treat that can be enjoyed warm with ice cream or at room temperature. Made with just a few simple ingredients, this recipe is ideal for bakers of all skill levels looking to create a show-stopping dish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 5 apples (2 lbs / 1 kg)
- 1/2 lemon juice
- 1/2 cup butter (room temperature)
- 1/2 cup caster sugar
- 2 fresh eggs
- 1 1/2 cups flour
- 4 tsp baking powder
- Additional butter and sugar for topping
Instructions
- Prepare the apples by cutting them into large chunks and mixing with lemon juice to prevent browning.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the room temperature butter and caster sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- In another bowl, combine flour and baking powder, then gradually add this dry mixture to the wet ingredients until well incorporated.
- Pour the batter into a greased baking pan and bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for about 60 minutes or until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 55mg