Here’s a classic French Apple Cake recipe that is simple yet delicious. This cake is known for its moist texture and the perfect blend of apples and cake. Enjoy!
French Apple Cake Recipe
Ingredients:
- 1 cup (120g) all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup (150g) granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- Pinch of salt
- 1/2 cup (115g) unsalted butter, melted and cooled
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/3 cup (80ml) whole milk
- 3-4 medium-sized apples (such as Granny Smith, Fuji, or Honeycrisp), peeled, cored, and diced
- Powdered sugar for dusting (optional)
Instructions:
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour an 8-inch (20cm) springform pan or a regular cake pan.
- Prepare the Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- Mix the Wet Ingredients: In another large bowl, whisk the melted butter, eggs, and vanilla extract until well combined. Add the milk and mix until smooth.
- Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing gently until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Add the Apples: Fold the diced apples into the batter until they are evenly distributed.
- Bake the Cake: Pour the batter into the prepared pan, spreading it out evenly. Bake in the preheated oven for about 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the cake to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then remove it from the pan and let it cool completely on a wire rack. Dust with powdered sugar before serving if desired.
This cake can be enjoyed warm or at room temperature, and it’s perfect with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream. Bon appétit!