Apple cake is a moist, sweet dessert made with fresh apples and spices, perfect for showcasing apple flavors in a comforting treat.
INGREDIENTS
3 apples, sliced into wedges
For the batter:
150g (3/4 cup) sugar
220g butter
340g (1 cup) honey
180ml (3/4 cup) buttermilk
3 eggs
1 tsp vanilla extract
300g (2 1/2 cups) flour
2 tsp salt
1 tsp cinnamon
1 tsp nutmeg
10g baking powder
For the caramel:
100g (1/2 cup) sugar
3 tbsp water
METHOD
- In the pan add sugar and water, cook on medium heat until turns into caramel, and top apples with prepared caramel.
- In another pan cook butter for 6 minutes on medium heat, mix with honey, buttermilk, eggs, sugar, and vanilla extract, sift in the flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and nutmeg, and add in salt. Pour onto the apples and caramel.
- Bake at 170°C (340°F) for 1 hour. Let it cool for 15 minutes and serve.
To store apple cake, keep it in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. For longer storage, refrigerate it for up to a week. You can also freeze apple cake, wrapped tightly in plastic wrap or aluminum foil, for up to 3 months. Thaw it at room temperature before serving.
Variations:
- Add spices like nutmeg or cloves.
- Include nuts, raisins, or dried fruit.
- Top with cream cheese frosting or streusel.
Tips:
- Use firm apples like Granny Smith.
- Avoid overmixing the batter.
- Cool completely before storing.