Apple Cinnamon Cake
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Ingredients
4 apples (500 g), chopped into small dice, unpeeled
3 large eggs
180 ml milk
150 g cane sugar
A pinch of salt
300 g flour
80 ml seed oil
10 g baking powder
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Zest of 1 lemon
Directions
Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 180°C (360°F). Grease and flour a baking pan.
Prepare Apples: Chop the apples into small dice and set aside.
Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, beat the eggs and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Add the vanilla extract, pinch of salt, milk, seed oil, and lemon zest. Mix well.
Add Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the flour, baking powder, and cinnamon to the wet mixture. Stir until just combined.
Fold in Apples: Gently fold the chopped apples into the batter until evenly distributed.
Pour into Pan: Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 45 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Cool: Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Serving Suggestions
Dust the cooled cake with powdered sugar before serving.
Serve with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an extra indulgent treat.
Cooking Tips
Ensure the apples are evenly chopped for uniform baking.
You can add a handful of chopped nuts or raisins to the batter for extra texture and flavor.Nutritional Benefits
Apples: High in fiber and vitamin C.
Cinnamon: Contains antioxidants and has anti-inflammatory properties.
Eggs: Provide protein and essential nutrients.
Dietary Information
This cake is vegetarian.
Storage Tips
Store the cake in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
For longer storage, keep the cake in the refrigerator for up to a week.