Description
Experience a sophisticated twist on a classic dessert with this Apple Spice Cake, featuring a tender crumb powered by almond flour and tart Granny Smith apples. The decorative apple topping and warm cinnamon notes make it a stunning centerpiece for any gathering.
Ingredients
- 3 Granny Smith apples, peeled and sliced
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1 cup unsalted butter, at room temperature
- 2 large eggs
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup almond flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup buttermilk, at room temperature
- Powdered sugar, for dusting
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-by-13-inch glass baking pan with butter.
- In a medium bowl, toss the sliced apples with a portion of the granulated sugar and 1/2 teaspoon of cinnamon until well coated.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter and remaining granulated sugar on medium-high speed for about 3 minutes until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the eggs one at a time, ensuring each is fully incorporated before adding the next.
- Add the all-purpose flour, almond flour, baking powder, baking soda, remaining cinnamon, salt, and buttermilk; mix on low speed until just combined.
- Spread half of the prepared apple mixture onto the bottom of the baking pan and gently cover with the cake batter.
- Arrange the remaining apple slices in decorative rows on top of the batter.
- Bake for 1 hour, rotating the pan halfway through, until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let the cake cool slightly before dusting with powdered sugar and serving.
Notes
Using a glass baking dish helps distribute heat evenly for this dense cake, but keep an eye on the edges to prevent over-browning. For the best texture, ensure your butter and buttermilk are truly at room temperature to prevent the batter from breaking during the mixing process.
- Prep Time: 20 mins
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American