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Perfectly moist with tender apple pieces!|Cinnamon flavor is absolutely divine here!|Kids asked for seconds immediately!|Best apple cake I've ever made!|Smells incredible while it's baking!|Simple ingredients, outstanding final results!|Apples stay soft and flavorful throughout!|Making this for every family gathering!
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Apple Cake Recipe

Learn how to make this quick and easy apple cake recipe with fresh apples and cinnamon. How to cook a moist, delicious homemade apple cake that's perfect for any occasion. Simple recipe with amazing results every time.

Prep

20 mins

Cook

45 mins

Serve

8

Kcal

285
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Apple Cake Recipe

What ingredients are used in Apple Cake Recipe?

Key ingredients include 200g butter, 200g caster sugar, 3 eggs, 250g self-raising flour, cinnamon, nutmeg, 3 cooking apples, milk, vanilla extract, and demerara sugar for topping.

How to cook Apple Cake Recipe from home?

Learn how to cook apple cake recipe by creaming butter and sugar, adding eggs gradually, folding in spiced flour alternately with milk, mixing in diced apples, then baking at 180°C for 50-60 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.

What's the best type of apple to use in baking cakes?

Cooking apples like Bramley or Granny Smith work brilliantly in cakes as they hold their shape well during baking and provide a lovely tart flavour that balances the sweetness perfectly.

How long should you bake an apple cake for?

Bake your apple cake for 50-60 minutes at 180°C (160°C fan) until golden brown and a skewer inserted in the centre comes out clean or with just a few moist crumbs attached.

Can you make apple cake without self-raising flour?

Yes, substitute with 250g plain flour plus 2½ teaspoons baking powder. Sift together thoroughly to ensure even distribution and the same rising effect as self-raising flour.

The calorie count is an approximation and can vary based on exact measurements and specific ingredients used. Always consult nutritional information if strict adherence to calorie counts is required. This recipe has been independently developed for home cooking.
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