Indulge in the flavors of Russia with this delightful apple cake infused with cinnamon and nutmeg. This moist and tender cake is perfect for any occasion and will surely become a family favorite. Treat yourself to a slice of this comforting dessert with a cup of tea or coffee.
Ingredients
- 3 large apples, peeled and sliced
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts
- Powdered sugar for dusting
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F and grease a 9-inch round cake pan.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, beat the eggs and vanilla extract until light and fluffy.
- Gradually stir in the melted butter to the egg mixture.
- Fold in the dry ingredients until just combined.
- Gently fold in the sliced apples and walnuts.
- Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 40-45 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Dust with powdered sugar before serving.
- Slice and enjoy!
Interesting Facts
Russian apple cake is also known as 'Sharlotka' in Russian cuisine.
Apples are a popular ingredient in Russian desserts due to their abundance in the region.
The combination of cinnamon and nutmeg gives this cake a warm and comforting flavor.