Ingredients
– 6 tablespoons unsalted butter
– 1/2 cup packed light or dark brown sugar
– 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
– 1/4 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
– 2 medium apples, peeled and sliced into 1/4-inch slices (about 1.5-2 cups)
– 1 and 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
– 1 and 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
– 1 and 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
– 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
– 1/2 teaspoon salt
– 1/2 cup unsalted butter
– 1/2 cup granulated sugar
– 1/2 cup packed light or dark brown sugar
– 2 large eggs at room temperature
– 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
– 6 tablespoons whole milk at room temperature
Instructions
1-Preheat your oven to 350Β°F (175Β°C) and grease a 9-inch cake pan with butter or a substitute, then sprinkle brown sugar evenly on the bottom for that caramel base.
2-Arrange the peeled and sliced apples over the sugar in a decorative pattern to help with even caramelization and add visual appeal.
3-In a mixing bowl, combine flour, baking powder, and salt along with the spices to create your dry mix itβs the foundation for a light, airy cake.
4-In another bowl, beat the eggs and granulated sugar until theyβre fluffy, then mix in the melted butter and vanilla for a smooth, rich blend.
5-Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mix, stirring gently to avoid lumps and keep the batter nice and even.
6-Pour the batter over the apples in the pan, spreading it out carefully so everything bakes uniformly.
7-Bake for 40-45 minutes, checking with a toothpick to make sure itβs done pull it out when it comes out clean for the perfect texture.
8-Let the cake cool for about 10 minutes, then flip it onto a plate to show off that gorgeous apple top, and serve it up warm.
Last Step:
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π Choose firm apples that hold their shape well during baking.
π§ Keep butter cold when making cake batter to achieve a light, fluffy texture.
π° Allow the cake to rest briefly after baking to let the caramel set and avoid burning when serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
