Thereās something magical about thisĀ Swedish Apple Cakeātender, buttery cake packed withĀ cinnamon-spiced applesĀ and topped with aĀ crisp, golden sugar crust. My mom made it for every family gathering, and without fail, it vanished before any other dessert! Now, Iām sharing her cherished recipe so you can recreate that sameĀ warm, nostalgic comfortĀ in your own kitchen.
Why This Cake is UnforgettableĀ ā¤ļø
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Ā Perfectly spiced applesĀ ā Soft, fragrant, and caramel-like.
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Ā Buttery, moist crumbĀ ā Almost like a cross between cake and apple pie.
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Ā No fancy techniquesĀ ā Just mix, layer, and bake!
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Ā Smells like heavenĀ while baking (warning: neighbors may drop by).
Ingredients Youāll NeedĀ š
For the Apple Layer:
- 4 cups (about 4 medium) apples, peeled & thinly sliced (Honeycrisp or Granny Smith work great!)
- 2 tbsp lemon juiceĀ (to prevent browning)
- Ā½ cup (100g) brown sugar
- 1Ā½ tsp cinnamon
- Ā¼ tsp nutmeg
For the Cake Batter:
- 1Ā½ cups (190g) all-purpose flour
- 1Ā½ tsp baking powder
- Ā¼ tsp salt
- Ā½ cup (115g) unsalted butter, softened
- Ā¾ cup (150g) granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs, room temperature
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Ā½ cup (120ml) milk
For the Crunchy Topping:
- 2 tbsp granulated sugarĀ (for sprinkling)
- Ā½ tsp cinnamon
Step-by-Step InstructionsĀ š©āš³
1. Prep the Apples
- Toss apple slices withĀ lemon juice, brown sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Set aside to macerate (this draws out their juices for extra flavor!).
2. Make the Cake Batter
- Whisk togetherĀ flour, baking powder, and saltĀ in a bowl.
- In another bowl, creamĀ butter + sugarĀ until fluffy. Beat inĀ eggs + vanilla.
- Alternate addingĀ dry ingredients + milk, mixing just until combined.
3. Layer & Bake
- SpreadĀ half the batterĀ into a greased 9-inch springform or square baking pan.
- ArrangeĀ spiced applesĀ evenly over the batter.
- Dollop remaining batter on top (itās okay if it doesnāt fully coverāapples will peek through!).
- MixĀ sugar + cinnamonĀ and sprinkle over the top.
4. Bake to Golden Perfection
- Bake atĀ 350Ā°F (175Ā°C) for 40-45 mins, until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let coolĀ 15 minsĀ before slicing.
Pro Tips for the Best Swedish Apple CakeĀ š„
āĀ Use a mix of tart and sweet applesĀ for balanced flavor.
āĀ Donāt overmix the batterākeep it tender!
āĀ Serve warmĀ with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.
āĀ Storage:Ā Keeps well covered at room temp forĀ 2 daysĀ (if it lasts that long!).
Serving SuggestionsĀ š½ļø
āØĀ Ć la modeĀ ā Vanilla ice cream melts beautifully into the warm apples.
āØĀ With a dollop of custardĀ for a Nordic twist.
āØĀ Drizzled with caramel sauceĀ for extra decadence.
Final Verdict: Taste the Love!
ThisĀ Swedish Apple CakeĀ is more than dessertāitās aĀ memory-maker. Every bite is a hug from the past, and I promise itāll becomeĀ yourĀ familyās new favorite too.
Bake it today and watch it disappearājust like Momās!Ā š
