Apple Cinnamon Cake Recipe

Ingredients:

For the Apple Filling:

• • 2-3 medium apples, peeled and cut into cubes
  • 50 g (¼ cup) sugar

• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

For the Cake Dough:

• • 100 g (½ cup) sugar

• • 45 g (3 tablespoons) butter
  • 40 g (¼ cup) sunflower or vegetable oil
  • 80 ml (⅓ cup) milk at room temperature

• • 2 eggs at room temperature
  • 210 g (1¾ cups) all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda

• ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon

Directions:

• • Prepare the Apple Filling:
    • • Peel and cut the apples into cubes.
    • Toss the apple cubes with 50 g sugar and 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon. Set aside for about 10 minutes to allow the apples to release some juice.
  • Make the Cake Dough:
    • • In a large bowl, whisk together 100 g sugar, 45 g butter, and 40 g oil until smooth and creamy.
    • • Add the 80 ml milk and 2 eggs, and mix well.
      • In a separate bowl, combine 210 g flour, 1 teaspoon baking soda, and ½ teaspoon cinnamon.
      • Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring until well combined.

  • Assemble the Cake:
    • • Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F) and grease a baking pan.
      • Pour half of the cake batter into the prepared pan.
    • Spread the apple filling evenly over the batter.
    • Pour the remaining cake batter over the apples and spread it evenly.

• • Bake:
    • Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
    • Let the cake cool slightly before serving.

Serving Suggestions:

• • Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an extra indulgence.
  • Dust with powdered sugar for a simple, elegant touch.

• • Pair with whipped cream for a creamy contrast to the cinnamon apples.
  • Top with extra fresh fruit like berries for a refreshing twist.
  • Enjoy as an afternoon snack with tea or coffee.

Cooking Tips:

• • Make sure to let the apples sit with the sugar and cinnamon to release their juices before adding them to the cake batter.
  • If you prefer a more dense cake, you can use less baking soda.

• For a more intense cinnamon flavor, feel free to add a pinch more cinnamon to the batter.