Celebrate your weekend with this delightful Apple and Walnut Cake, perfect for making any day special. This recipe combines the natural sweetness and freshness of apples with the rich, earthy tones of walnuts, all encased in a soft, moist cake. With simple, wholesome ingredients, this cake not only fills the kitchen with a comforting aroma but also provides the perfect balance of texture and flavor.
Why You’ll Love This: This cake is irresistibly moist and packed with flavors that are both comforting and invigorating. The apples are tender, the walnuts add a pleasant crunch, and the cake itself is perfectly sweetened and lightly spiced with vanilla. It's an easy-to-make recipe that yields consistent results, ensuring a crowd-pleaser for any occasion. Plus, the straightforward preparation process allows you to enjoy baking without stress.
Perfect Occasion: This apple and walnut cake is ideal for weekend gatherings, family brunches, or a comforting treat to wind down with on a Sunday evening. It’s also great for holiday celebrations or as a thoughtful homemade gift to bring along when visiting friends. Serve it as a dessert, a companion to afternoon tea, or even as a special breakfast option.
Decoration Tips: For a beautiful presentation, you can dust the cake with powdered sugar or drizzle it with a simple glaze made from icing sugar and lemon juice. Garnish with a few walnut halves and thinly sliced apple pieces arranged artistically on top before serving. If serving during the fall, adding a sprinkle of cinnamon or nutmeg can enhance the seasonal feel.
Ingredients:
- 3 eggs
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup vegetable oil
- 1 cup milk
- 1 packet baking powder
- 1 packet vanilla sugar
- 2.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 apples, peeled and cubed
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice (to prevent apples from browning)
- Start by preheating your oven to 347°F (175°C) and grease a cake pan.
- Peel and cube the apples, then toss them in lemon juice to prevent browning.
- In a mixing bowl, beat the eggs, sugar, and vanilla until light and fluffy.
- Gradually mix in the vegetable oil and milk, continuing to beat until well incorporated.
- Sift the flour and baking powder together and gently fold into the egg mixture until just combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan.
- Evenly sprinkle the chopped apples and walnuts over the batter.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Enjoy your delicious weekend treat!