Description
Swedish Apple Cake (Äppelkaka) is a delicious and moist autumn dessert featuring a smooth batter layered with tender apple slices, cinnamon, and brown sugar. Baked to golden perfection, this traditional cake combines the sweetness of apples with warm spices, making it perfect for cozy gatherings or a comforting treat.
Ingredients
Scale
Cake Batter
- 3-4 apples
- 3 eggs
- 1 and 1/4 cups granulated sugar
- 1 and 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp vanilla sugar (or vanilla extract)
- 1 pinch salt
- 7 tbsp butter
- 3/4 cup milk
Topping
- 4 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat Oven and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease the sides of a springform pan and line the bottom with baking paper to prevent sticking.
- Prepare Apples: Peel and core the apples, then slice them into medium-sized pieces, ready to be arranged on the batter.
- Make Batter: Whisk together the eggs and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Sift in the flour, baking powder, vanilla sugar (or vanilla extract), and a pinch of salt, then stir until the batter is smooth and lump-free.
- Add Butter and Milk: Melt the butter and mix it with the milk. Pour this mixture into the cake batter, stirring well until fully combined and smooth.
- Assemble Cake: Spread the batter evenly in the prepared springform pan. Arrange the apple slices on top in circular patterns, gently pressing them so they sink slightly into the batter. Sprinkle the brown sugar and cinnamon evenly over the apples for a sweet, spiced topping.
- Bake: Place the cake in the oven and bake for about 45 minutes or until the cake feels firm and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean without any batter clinging to it.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the cake to cool completely before removing it from the springform pan. Serve the apple cake as a delightful dessert or afternoon treat.
Notes
- Use tart apples like Granny Smith or Braeburn for a perfect balance of sweet and tangy flavors.
- Vanilla sugar can be substituted with 1 tsp vanilla extract if unavailable.
- For added texture, consider sprinkling chopped nuts on top before baking.
- The cake is best served at room temperature or slightly warm, optionally with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream.
- Store leftover cake in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days or refrigerate for up to 5 days.
