Description
A delightful Swedish Apple Cake (Äppelkaka) that brings warmth and comfort to any occasion. Sweet, cozy, and packed with fresh apples, this simple dessert is perfect for family gatherings, cozy weekends, or any time you’re craving something special.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 cup butter, room temperature
- 1 2/3 cup sugar
- 2 eggs
- 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 1/2 teaspoons cinnamon
- 4 cups apples, peeled and sliced
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9-inch round cake pan.
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the eggs individually, then stir in the vanilla.
- Whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon in another bowl.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Fold in the sliced apples.
- Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow to cool before serving.
Notes
- Use a mix of sweet and tart apples for more complex flavor.
- Don’t overmix once you add the dry ingredients to keep the cake light and fluffy.
- Sprinkle chopped nuts on top before baking for added crunch.
- Serve warm or at room temperature with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or refrigerate for up to a week.
- A light dusting of powdered sugar just before serving adds a beautiful finishing touch.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 42g
- Sodium: 390mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 62g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: Swedish apple cake, Äppelkaka, apple dessert, easy apple cake, Scandinavian dessert, cinnamon apple cake, comfort food