Ingredients
- – 3 cups all-purpose flour
- – 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- – 1 tablespoon baking powder
- – 1/2 teaspoon salt
- – 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- – 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- – 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- – 3 large eggs
- – 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- – 1/2 cup milk
- – 4 cups peeled, cored, and sliced apples (about 4 medium apples)
- – Powdered sugar for dusting (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
- In another bowl, cream together the softened butter, eggs, and vanilla until smooth.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the milk, mixing until just combined.
- Fold in the sliced apples gently into the batter.
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and spread it evenly.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Dust with powdered sugar before serving, if desired.
Notes
– Serve warm with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream for an extra treat.
– This cake can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
– Feel free to add raisins or nuts for added texture and flavor!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Burgers, Melts & Sandwiches 🍔
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Irish
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 250 kcal
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: apple cake, dessert, Irish dessert