Grandma's Apple Cake
A timeless, comforting dessert featuring tender apple slices nestled in a moist, cinnamon-spiced crumb.
Ingredients
- •3 large Granny Smith apples, peeled, cored, and thinly sliced
- •1 cup granulated sugar (200g)
- •1/2 cup vegetable oil (120ml)
- •2 large eggs
- •1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- •1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour (190g)
- •1 teaspoon baking powder
- •1/2 teaspoon salt
- •1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
- •2 tablespoons brown sugar
Instructions
- 1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch round cake pan.
- 2
In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, granulated sugar, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- 3
Sift in the flour, baking powder, and salt, then stir until just combined.
- 4
Toss the sliced apples with the cinnamon and brown sugar in a separate small bowl.
- 5
Pour half of the batter into the prepared pan, then layer half of the apples on top.
- 6
Pour the remaining batter over the apples and top with the remaining apple slices.
- 7
Bake for 40 to 45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- 8
Allow the cake to cool in the pan for at least 15 minutes before slicing.
💡 Chef tips
- For a deeper flavor, you can add 1/2 cup of chopped walnuts or pecans to the batter.
- This cake stores perfectly at room temperature in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- If you prefer a dairy-free version, this recipe is already naturally pareve and pairs beautifully with a scoop of non-dairy vanilla ice cream.
✅ How it should turn out
The finished cake should have a golden-brown crust with a soft, moist interior that smells intensely of warm cinnamon and baked apples.