Delicious French Apple Cake
Indulge in the warmth of a classic French apple cake, where tender apples and aromatic spices come together to create a delightful treat. Each slice offers a perfect balance of sweet and tart flavors, making it an ideal dessert for family gatherings or cozy nights in. This easy-to-follow recipe captures the essence of comfort food, leaving you with cherished memories and smiles around your table.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: Serves 8
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 2 large eggs
- 2 cups Granny Smith apples (peeled and chopped)
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8-inch round cake pan.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon.
- In another bowl, beat softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy (about 3-4 minutes).
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then stir in vanilla extract.
- Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
- Gently fold in the chopped apples until evenly mixed.
- Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and bake for 45-50 minutes or until golden brown.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 90g)
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 60mg