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Irish Apple Cake

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This Irish Apple Cake offers a beautiful balance of sweet and tart flavors. It’s a simple one-bowl recipe that brings warmth and comfort, perfect for any occasion.

  • Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
  • Yield: 8-10 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1.75 lbs Granny Smith apples (about 34 apples)
  • 3 cups cake flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
  • 1/2 cup cold unsalted butter
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 3/4 cup whole milk
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup white granulated sugar (for topping)
  • 1/3 cup all-purpose flour (for topping)
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon (for topping)
  • 2 tablespoons melted unsalted butter (for topping)

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 375°F.
  • Peel, core, and dice the Granny Smith apples into small pieces.
  • In a large bowl, whisk together flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and spices.
  • Grate or shave the cold butter into the flour mixture and mix until it resembles coarse crumbs.
  • Fold in diced apples to ensure they're coated in the mixture.
  • In another bowl, whisk eggs, milk, and vanilla together until smooth.
  • Combine the wet ingredients with the flour and apple mixture.
  • Grease a 9-inch springform pan and pour in the batter.
  • In a small bowl, mix brown sugar, white sugar, flour, and cinnamon for the topping.
  • Add melted butter and mix until crumbly.
  • Distribute the topping over the batter and bake for 45-55 minutes.
  • Cool for about an hour before removing from the pan.

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Notes

Use fresh Granny Smith apples for the best taste.
Ensure all ingredients, especially butter, are cold before use.
Avoid over-mixing the crumble topping to maintain its texture.

  • Author: Sarah
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 55 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Irish

Nutrition

  • Calories: 280
  • Sugar: 22
  • Sodium: 150
  • Fat: 12
  • Saturated Fat: 7
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3
  • Trans Fat: 0
  • Carbohydrates: 39
  • Fiber: 2
  • Protein: 4
  • Cholesterol: 75