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Swedish Apple Cake

  • Author: Chef Mia

Description

ThisSwedish Apple Cake (Äppelkaka)is a classic Scandinavian dessert featuring a soft, buttery cake with layers of cinnamon-spiced apples. It’s perfect with a cup of coffee or tea and best served warm with whipped cream or vanilla sauce.

Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 ½ cups(190g) all-purpose flour1 teaspoonbaking powder½ teaspoonsalt½ cup(115g) unsalted butter, softened¾ cup(150g) granulated sugar2large eggs½ cup(120ml) milk1 teaspoonvanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoonbaking powder½ teaspoonsalt½ cup(115g) unsalted butter, softened¾ cup(150g) granulated sugar2large eggs½ cup(120ml) milk1 teaspoonvanilla extract
  • ½ teaspoonsalt½ cup(115g) unsalted butter, softened¾ cup(150g) granulated sugar2large eggs½ cup(120ml) milk1 teaspoonvanilla extract
  • ½ cup(115g) unsalted butter, softened¾ cup(150g) granulated sugar2large eggs½ cup(120ml) milk1 teaspoonvanilla extract
  • ¾ cup(150g) granulated sugar2large eggs½ cup(120ml) milk1 teaspoonvanilla extract
  • 2large eggs½ cup(120ml) milk1 teaspoonvanilla extract
  • ½ cup(120ml) milk1 teaspoonvanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoonvanilla extract
  • 2medium apples, peeled, cored, and thinly sliced (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp work well)2 tablespoonsgranulated sugar1 teaspoonground cinnamon
  • 2 tablespoonsgranulated sugar1 teaspoonground cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoonground cinnamon
  • Powdered sugar for dustingWhipped cream or vanilla sauce for serving
  • Whipped cream or vanilla sauce for serving

Instructions

  1. 1️⃣Preheat the Oven:Preheat your oven to350°F (175°C).Grease and flour a9-inch (23cm) round cake panor line it with parchment paper.2️⃣Prepare the Apples:In a small bowl, toss theapple sliceswithsugar and cinnamon.Set aside while preparing the cake batter.3️⃣Make the Cake Batter:In a medium bowl, whisk togetherflour, baking powder, and salt.In a separate large bowl, beat thebutter and sugartogether until light and fluffy.Add theeggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.Mix in thevanilla extract.Gradually add thedry ingredients, alternating withmilk, mixing until smooth.4️⃣Assemble the Cake:Pour the batter into theprepared cake panand spread it evenly.Arrange theapple sliceson top in a circular pattern, slightly overlapping.Lightly press the apples into the batter.5️⃣Bake the Cake:Bake for35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.Let the cake cool for10-15 minutesbefore removing it from the pan.6️⃣Garnish & Serve:Dust withpowdered sugarbefore serving.Serve warm withwhipped cream or vanilla saucefor an authentic Swedish touch!
  2. Preheat your oven to350°F (175°C).
  3. Grease and flour a9-inch (23cm) round cake panor line it with parchment paper.2️⃣Prepare the Apples:In a small bowl, toss theapple sliceswithsugar and cinnamon.Set aside while preparing the cake batter.3️⃣Make the Cake Batter:In a medium bowl, whisk togetherflour, baking powder, and salt.In a separate large bowl, beat thebutter and sugartogether until light and fluffy.Add theeggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.Mix in thevanilla extract.Gradually add thedry ingredients, alternating withmilk, mixing until smooth.4️⃣Assemble the Cake:Pour the batter into theprepared cake panand spread it evenly.Arrange theapple sliceson top in a circular pattern, slightly overlapping.Lightly press the apples into the batter.5️⃣Bake the Cake:Bake for35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.Let the cake cool for10-15 minutesbefore removing it from the pan.6️⃣Garnish & Serve:Dust withpowdered sugarbefore serving.Serve warm withwhipped cream or vanilla saucefor an authentic Swedish touch!
  4. 2️⃣Prepare the Apples:In a small bowl, toss theapple sliceswithsugar and cinnamon.Set aside while preparing the cake batter.3️⃣Make the Cake Batter:In a medium bowl, whisk togetherflour, baking powder, and salt.In a separate large bowl, beat thebutter and sugartogether until light and fluffy.Add theeggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.Mix in thevanilla extract.Gradually add thedry ingredients, alternating withmilk, mixing until smooth.4️⃣Assemble the Cake:Pour the batter into theprepared cake panand spread it evenly.Arrange theapple sliceson top in a circular pattern, slightly overlapping.Lightly press the apples into the batter.5️⃣Bake the Cake:Bake for35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.Let the cake cool for10-15 minutesbefore removing it from the pan.6️⃣Garnish & Serve:Dust withpowdered sugarbefore serving.Serve warm withwhipped cream or vanilla saucefor an authentic Swedish touch!
  5. In a small bowl, toss theapple sliceswithsugar and cinnamon.
  6. Set aside while preparing the cake batter.3️⃣Make the Cake Batter:In a medium bowl, whisk togetherflour, baking powder, and salt.In a separate large bowl, beat thebutter and sugartogether until light and fluffy.Add theeggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.Mix in thevanilla extract.Gradually add thedry ingredients, alternating withmilk, mixing until smooth.4️⃣Assemble the Cake:Pour the batter into theprepared cake panand spread it evenly.Arrange theapple sliceson top in a circular pattern, slightly overlapping.Lightly press the apples into the batter.5️⃣Bake the Cake:Bake for35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.Let the cake cool for10-15 minutesbefore removing it from the pan.6️⃣Garnish & Serve:Dust withpowdered sugarbefore serving.Serve warm withwhipped cream or vanilla saucefor an authentic Swedish touch!
  7. 3️⃣Make the Cake Batter:In a medium bowl, whisk togetherflour, baking powder, and salt.In a separate large bowl, beat thebutter and sugartogether until light and fluffy.Add theeggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.Mix in thevanilla extract.Gradually add thedry ingredients, alternating withmilk, mixing until smooth.4️⃣Assemble the Cake:Pour the batter into theprepared cake panand spread it evenly.Arrange theapple sliceson top in a circular pattern, slightly overlapping.Lightly press the apples into the batter.5️⃣Bake the Cake:Bake for35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.Let the cake cool for10-15 minutesbefore removing it from the pan.6️⃣Garnish & Serve:Dust withpowdered sugarbefore serving.Serve warm withwhipped cream or vanilla saucefor an authentic Swedish touch!
  8. In a medium bowl, whisk togetherflour, baking powder, and salt.
  9. In a separate large bowl, beat thebutter and sugartogether until light and fluffy.Add theeggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.Mix in thevanilla extract.Gradually add thedry ingredients, alternating withmilk, mixing until smooth.4️⃣Assemble the Cake:Pour the batter into theprepared cake panand spread it evenly.Arrange theapple sliceson top in a circular pattern, slightly overlapping.Lightly press the apples into the batter.5️⃣Bake the Cake:Bake for35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.Let the cake cool for10-15 minutesbefore removing it from the pan.6️⃣Garnish & Serve:Dust withpowdered sugarbefore serving.Serve warm withwhipped cream or vanilla saucefor an authentic Swedish touch!
  10. Add theeggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.Mix in thevanilla extract.Gradually add thedry ingredients, alternating withmilk, mixing until smooth.4️⃣Assemble the Cake:Pour the batter into theprepared cake panand spread it evenly.Arrange theapple sliceson top in a circular pattern, slightly overlapping.Lightly press the apples into the batter.5️⃣Bake the Cake:Bake for35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.Let the cake cool for10-15 minutesbefore removing it from the pan.6️⃣Garnish & Serve:Dust withpowdered sugarbefore serving.Serve warm withwhipped cream or vanilla saucefor an authentic Swedish touch!
  11. Mix in thevanilla extract.
  12. Gradually add thedry ingredients, alternating withmilk, mixing until smooth.4️⃣Assemble the Cake:Pour the batter into theprepared cake panand spread it evenly.Arrange theapple sliceson top in a circular pattern, slightly overlapping.Lightly press the apples into the batter.5️⃣Bake the Cake:Bake for35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.Let the cake cool for10-15 minutesbefore removing it from the pan.6️⃣Garnish & Serve:Dust withpowdered sugarbefore serving.Serve warm withwhipped cream or vanilla saucefor an authentic Swedish touch!
  13. 4️⃣Assemble the Cake:Pour the batter into theprepared cake panand spread it evenly.Arrange theapple sliceson top in a circular pattern, slightly overlapping.Lightly press the apples into the batter.5️⃣Bake the Cake:Bake for35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.Let the cake cool for10-15 minutesbefore removing it from the pan.6️⃣Garnish & Serve:Dust withpowdered sugarbefore serving.Serve warm withwhipped cream or vanilla saucefor an authentic Swedish touch!
  14. Pour the batter into theprepared cake panand spread it evenly.
  15. Arrange theapple sliceson top in a circular pattern, slightly overlapping.Lightly press the apples into the batter.5️⃣Bake the Cake:Bake for35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.Let the cake cool for10-15 minutesbefore removing it from the pan.6️⃣Garnish & Serve:Dust withpowdered sugarbefore serving.Serve warm withwhipped cream or vanilla saucefor an authentic Swedish touch!
  16. Lightly press the apples into the batter.5️⃣Bake the Cake:Bake for35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.Let the cake cool for10-15 minutesbefore removing it from the pan.6️⃣Garnish & Serve:Dust withpowdered sugarbefore serving.Serve warm withwhipped cream or vanilla saucefor an authentic Swedish touch!
  17. 5️⃣Bake the Cake:
  18. Bake for35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.Let the cake cool for10-15 minutesbefore removing it from the pan.6️⃣Garnish & Serve:Dust withpowdered sugarbefore serving.Serve warm withwhipped cream or vanilla saucefor an authentic Swedish touch!
  19. Let the cake cool for10-15 minutesbefore removing it from the pan.6️⃣Garnish & Serve:Dust withpowdered sugarbefore serving.Serve warm withwhipped cream or vanilla saucefor an authentic Swedish touch!
  20. 6️⃣Garnish & Serve:
  21. Dust withpowdered sugarbefore serving.Serve warm withwhipped cream or vanilla saucefor an authentic Swedish touch!
  22. Serve warm withwhipped cream or vanilla saucefor an authentic Swedish touch!

Notes

✅Apple Variety:Tart apples like Granny Smith balance the sweetness, but Honeycrisp, Fuji, or Pink Lady also work well.✅Make it Crunchy:Add chopped almonds or walnuts on top before baking for extra texture.✅Storage:Store at room temperature for up to2 days, or refrigerate for up to5 days.

Find it online: https://exorecipes.com/swedish-apple-cake-recipe-a-traditional-delight/