Celebrate the bounty of apple season with our delightful Apple Cinnamon Cake. This cake is a heartwarming combination of sweet apples and aromatic cinnamon, embodying the essence of autumn. The addition of a buttery streusel topping adds a delightful crunch, contrasting beautifully with the soft, moist cake beneath. Whether you have an abundance of apples or just crave a seasonal treat, this apple cinnamon cake is the perfect answer. It’s a wonderful dessert for family gatherings, a cozy afternoon tea, or simply as a treat to enjoy the flavors of the season.
Ingredients:
- For the Cake:
- 3 eggs
- 170g sugar
- 150g melted butter
- 150g crème fraîche or sour cream
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 200g flour
- 8-10 small apples (about 500-600g), mixed with 2 tbsp powdered sugar and 1 tbsp cinnamon
- For the Streusel Topping:
- 50g melted butter
- 100g flour
- 2-3 tbsp sugar
Instructions:
- Prepare the Cake Batter:
- Preheat the oven to 185°C (365°F) with a fan setting. Line a 22 or 26 cm springform pan with baking paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together melted butter and sugar. Add eggs and whisk for 1 minute.
- Stir in crème fraîche or sour cream.
- Sift and fold in cinnamon, baking powder, baking soda, and flour.
- Assemble the Cake:
- Pour the batter into the prepared springform pan.
- Evenly distribute the cinnamon-coated apples over the batter.
- Make the Streusel Topping:
- In a small bowl, combine melted butter, flour, and sugar until it forms a crumbly mixture.
- Sprinkle the streusel topping over the apples.
- Bake:
- Bake in the preheated oven for 45-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Cool and Serve:
- Let the cake cool completely before serving.
Enjoy this Apple Cinnamon Cake with Streusel Topping, a perfect dessert that captures the warmth and comfort of autumn in every bite. 🍏🍰🍂✨
