Description
This comforting apple pie cake combines the moist tenderness of a simple cake with the flavor and charm of a classic apple pie. With apples folded into the batter and layered on top, every slice is rich with fall nostalgia and golden-baked warmth—no complicated techniques required.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 apples (1 cut into small cubes, 1 into thin slices)
- 1 tablespoon sugar (for apples)
- 2 eggs
- A pinch of salt
- 8g (1 tsp) vanilla sugar
- 120g (0.6 cup) granulated sugar
- 100ml (1/2 cup) vegetable oil
- 130ml (1/2 cup) warm milk
- 280g (1.75 cups) all-purpose flour
- 16g (2 tsp) baking powder
- 50g raisins
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C). Grease and flour an 8- or 9-inch round cake pan.
- Peel and core both apples. Dice one apple into small cubes and slice the other into thin wedges. Toss the cubed apple with 1 tablespoon of sugar and set aside.
- In a large bowl, beat the eggs with a pinch of salt until light and frothy.
- Add the vanilla sugar and granulated sugar. Continue whisking until the mixture becomes pale and creamy.
- Pour in the vegetable oil and warm milk, mixing gently to combine.
- In a separate bowl, mix together the flour and baking powder. Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture to form a smooth batter.
- Stir in the cubed, sugared apples and raisins.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan. Arrange the thin apple slices on top in a circular or fanned pattern.
- Bake for 40–45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean and the top is golden.
- Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.
Notes
- Apple varieties: Tart apples like Granny Smith hold their shape and give a bright contrast to the sweetness. Sweeter varieties like Fuji or Honeycrisp also work beautifully.
- Raisins optional: For extra moisture and a burst of sweetness, don’t skip the raisins. You can substitute with dried cranberries if desired.
- Storage tip: Wrap tightly and store at room temperature for up to 3 days. Tastes even better the next day.
- Serving suggestion: Dust with powdered sugar or serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: European-inspired