This apple cake III recipe is a perfect blend of moist cake and sweet apples. It's a great dessert option for any occasion, and is sure to impress your friends and family.
Ingredients
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cups white sugar
- 3 eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 cups peeled, cored and sliced apples
- 1 cup chopped walnuts
- 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
- 1/4 cup milk
Directions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour a 9x13 inch pan.
- In a medium bowl, sift together flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla.
- Gradually blend in the flour mixture, then fold in the apples and walnuts. Spread the batter evenly into the prepared pan.
- In a small saucepan, heat brown sugar, milk, and remaining 1/2 cup butter until melted. Pour evenly over the batter.
- Bake for 45 minutes in the preheated oven, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Serve warm with ice cream or whipped cream.
Interesting Facts
Apples are a great source of fiber and vitamin C.
Using brown sugar and butter drizzle on top of the cake adds a caramel-like flavor.
You can use any variety of apple for this recipe, but Granny Smith apples are recommended for their tartness.