Moist apple cake recipe
This is the perfect recipe for a moist and flavorful apple cake.
Made with fresh apples, almond and a touch of almond extract, this easy-to-make cake is the ideal dessert or snack for any occasion. Ready in just under an hour!
Easy apple cake recipe
This version of moist apple cake takes the classic recipe to another level by adding almond powder and crème fraîche, creating a deliciously rich and tender cake, easy to make.
The almond powder gives the cake a subtle nuttiness, adding depth to the flavor and making it even more moist.
It pairs beautifully with the apples, which add a natural sweetness and keep the cake light.
The crème fraîche gives it a tangy richness that balances the sweetness perfectly and adds to the smooth, delicate crumb.
With just a few key ingredients like eggs, flour, and apples, this cake comes together in no time.
This recipe is not only easy to prepare, but also versatile enough to impress at any gathering.
All you need to do is mix the ingredients, pour them into a baking pan, and let the oven do the work.
The result is a golden, fragrant apple cake with a tender, melt-in-your-mouth texture that’s perfect for dessert or an afternoon treat with tea or coffee.
With minimal effort and maximum flavor, this moist apple cake is sure to become a favorite!
Ingredients we need fot this apple cake
- 200 ml of creme fraiche, or single cream
- 2 glasses of caster sugar (1 glass = 150 ml)
- 4 eggs
- 2 glasses of flour
- 1 sachet of baking powder
- 1 glass of ground almonds
- a few drops of bitter almond extract
- 1/2 glass of oil
- 3 large apples cut into small cubes.
For decorating the cake
- 1 small handful of flaked almonds
- A little apricot jam optional
How to make the best moist apple cake
- Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
- In a food processor, combine the crème fraîche, sugar, and eggs. Whisk until smooth and well combined.
- Add the almond powder and a few drops of bitter almond extract, then whisk again until fully incorporated.
- Gradually add the flour and baking powder, whisking continuously to avoid lumps.
- Pour in the oil and mix until the batter is smooth.
- Gently fold in the diced apples, ensuring they are evenly distributed.
- Pour the batter into a buttered and floured cake tin, smoothing the surface.
- Sprinkle the top with flaked almonds for added crunch.
- Bake for around 1 hour, keeping an eye on it as it bakes. The cake is ready when a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let the cake cool in the tin before carefully unmolding. If you like, brush the top with a bit of apricot jam for a lovely glaze. Enjoy!
No-fail moist apple cake recipe
Ingredients
- 200 ml creme fraiche or single cream
- 2 glasses caster sugar 1 glass = 150 ml
- 4 eggs
- 2 glasses flour
- 1 sachet baking powder
- 1 glass ground almonds
- a few drops bitter almond extract
- 1/2 glass oil
- 3 large apples cut into small cubes.
For decorating the cake
- 1 small handful of flaked almonds
- apricot jam optional
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
- In a food processor, combine the crème fraîche, sugar, and eggs. Whisk until smooth and well combined.
- Add the almond powder and a few drops of bitter almond extract, then whisk again until fully incorporated.
- Gradually add the flour and baking powder, whisking continuously to avoid lumps.
- Pour in the oil and mix until the batter is smooth.
- Gently fold in the diced apples, ensuring they are evenly distributed.
- Pour the batter into a buttered and floured cake tin, smoothing the surface.
- Sprinkle the top with flaked almonds for added crunch.
- Bake for around 1 hour, keeping an eye on it as it bakes. The cake is ready when a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let the cake cool in the tin before carefully unmolding. If you like, brush the top with a bit of apricot jam for a lovely glaze. Enjoy!