Irish apple cake

Discover the delightful charm of traditional Irish Apple Cake with this easy-to-follow recipe. Combining tender apples with a blend of flour, butter, and a touch of cinnamon, this moist and flavorful cake is perfect for any occasion. Elevate your baking with this classic treat!

  • 19 Feb 2025
  • Cook time 70 min
  • Prep time 20 min
  • 10 Servings
  • 8 Ingredients

Irish apple cake

Irish Apple Cake is a delicious and traditional dessert that originates from Ireland. It combines the sweet and tart flavors of fresh apples with the rich and buttery texture of cake. This recipe uses simple ingredients and creates a comforting treat that's perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients:

3 cups all-purpose white wheat flour
380g
1/2 cup butter
110g
3/4 cup sugar
150g
1 tsp baking powder
5g
1 tsp cinnamon
3g
4 apples
640g
2 eggs
100g
1/4 cup milk (1% fat)
60g

Instructions:

2. Prepare the Dry Ingredients:
In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder, and cinnamon. Mix together until all dry ingredients are evenly distributed.
3. Incorporate the Butter:
Add the softened butter to the flour mixture. Using your fingers or a pastry cutter, rub the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. This step is crucial to achieving the cake's characteristic texture.
4. Prepare the Apples:
Peel, core, and thinly slice the apples. Once ready, gently fold the apple slices into the flour mixture. Make sure the apple slices are well coated with the flour mixture. This helps distribute them evenly throughout the cake.
5. Incorporate the Wet Ingredients:
In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs and milk together until well combined. Pour this wet mixture into the flour and apple mixture. Gently stir until everything is just combined. Avoid over-mixing to ensure the cake remains tender.
6. Transfer to the Pan:
Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and spread it out evenly with a spatula.
7. Bake the Cake:
Place the cake pan in the preheated oven and bake for about 45-50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean. The top should be golden brown and the cake should feel firm to the touch.
8. Cool and Serve:
Once baked, remove the cake from the oven and let it cool in the pan for about 10 minutes. Then transfer the cake to a wire rack to cool completely. Serve warm or at room temperature.
9. Optional Serving Suggestions:
This Irish apple cake is delightful on its own but can be beautifully complemented with a dollop of whipped cream, a scoop of vanilla ice cream, or a drizzle of custard.

Tips:

- Choose the right apples: For the best results, use tart apples like Granny Smith or Bramley. These apples hold their shape well and provide a nice contrast to the sweetness of the cake.

- Prepare the apples properly: Peel, core, and slice the apples evenly to ensure they bake uniformly in the cake.

- Mix dry ingredients first: Combine all the dry ingredients (flour, sugar, baking powder, cinnamon) before adding the wet ingredients to ensure even distribution.

- Cut in the butter: Use a pastry cutter or your fingers to cut the butter into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse breadcrumbs. This helps create a tender and crumbly texture.

- Don’t overmix the batter: When adding the eggs and milk, mix just until combined to avoid overworking the batter, which can make the cake dense.

- Test for doneness: Insert a toothpick into the center of the cake; it should come out clean or with a few moist crumbs when the cake is done.

Irish Apple Cake is a flavorful and comforting dessert that is sure to delight your taste buds. By using the right ingredients and following a few simple tips, you can create a beautifully textured cake with a perfect balance of tartness and sweetness. Enjoy this cake warm or at room temperature, perhaps with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

Nutrition Facts
Serving Size140 grams
Energy
Calories 330kcal16%
Protein
Protein 6g4%
Carbohydrates
Carbohydrates 55g15%
Fiber 2.82g7%
Sugar 22g22%
Fat
Fat 11g13%
Saturated 5g18%
Cholesterol 70mg-
Vitamins
Vitamin A 110ug12%
Choline 44mg8%
Vitamin B1 0.13mg11%
Vitamin B2 0.07mg5%
Vitamin B3 0.67mg4%
Vitamin B6 0.07mg4%
Vitamin B9 18ug5%
Vitamin B12 0.14ug6%
Vitamin C 2.96mg3%
Vitamin E 0.25mg2%
Vitamin K 2.42ug2%
Minerals
Calcium, Ca 60mg5%
Copper, Cu 0.10mg11%
Iron, Fe 0.78mg7%
Magnesium, Mg 20mg5%
Phosphorus, P 100mg8%
Potassium, K 150mg4%
Selenium, Se 11ug20%
Sodium, Na 70mg5%
Zinc, Zn 0.62mg6%
Water
Water 77g-
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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