Swedish Apple Cake with Caramel
A warm, spiced apple cake topped with luscious caramel, embodying comfort and nostalgia from Swedish kitchens.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 4 medium-sized apples, peeled and sliced Use a mix of sweet and tart apples for best flavor.
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon Plus a little for sprinkling on apples.
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- to taste caramel sauce for drizzling Store-bought or homemade.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a round cake pan to prevent sticking.
- Peel and slice the apples, sprinkle them with a little cinnamon, and set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
- In another bowl, beat the eggs before adding the melted butter and vanilla extract. Mix until well combined.
- Gradually fold the wet ingredients into the dry mixture until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
- Gently fold in the sliced apples until evenly coated with the batter.
Baking
- Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Finishing Touch
- Let the cake cool for a few minutes before transferring it to a cooling rack.
- Once cool, drizzle generously with caramel sauce.
Notes
For best results, don’t overmix the batter, and consider adding a pinch of nutmeg or a splash of lemon juice for enhanced flavor. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to two days, or refrigerate for a week.