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Apple Cake

Delicious Apple Cake: Simple Recipe for Comforting Joy

This Apple Cake is an irresistible dessert that embodies celebration and comfort, perfect for gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Cooling Time 20 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 5 minutes
Servings: 9 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Jewish
Calories: 230
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 4 large Eggs Use room temperature eggs for better emulsification.
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Coconut sugar can be used for a healthier option.
  • 1/2 cup Brown Sugar
  • 1/2 cup Vegetable Oil Canola or neutral oils work as alternatives.
  • 1 cup Matzo Cake Meal Essential for Passover, serving as the primary flour substitute.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Use pure vanilla for the best taste.
For the Apples
  • 4 medium-sized Apples Sweet varieties like Honeycrisp or Fuji are ideal.
  • 1 tablespoon Cinnamon-Sugar Mixture Adjust to taste or add nutmeg for added warmth.

Equipment

  • stand mixer
  • Baking pan

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8x8 or 9x9 baking pan.
  2. Beat the eggs on medium speed for about 3 minutes. Gradually add granulated sugar, brown sugar, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract, mixing until smooth.
  3. Fold in the matzo cake meal gently until a thick batter forms.
  4. Peel and slice the apples, then toss with half of the cinnamon-sugar mixture. Set the remainder aside.
  5. Spread half of the batter in the pan, layer half of the apples, then repeat with the remaining batter and apples.
  6. Sprinkle the reserved cinnamon-sugar mixture over the top layer of apples and bake for about 90 minutes, or until golden brown.
  7. Allow to cool in the pan for 15-20 minutes before slicing and serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 230kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Use room temperature eggs for a fluffier cake. Monitor baking time for optimal results. Choose quality apples for the best flavor.

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