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Swedish Apple Cake

Swedish Apple Cake
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Indulge in the comforting warmth of Swedish Apple Cake, a delightful dessert that brings a touch of Scandinavian charm to your kitchen. This easy-to-make cake features tender apples layered within a fluffy, spiced batter enriched with butter and yogurt, making each bite a melt-in-your-mouth experience. Perfect for any occasion, whether served warm after dinner or as a sweet afternoon treat, this cake is sure to become a family favorite. With hints of cinnamon and cardamom, it evokes nostalgia and coziness all at once. Enjoy it plain or elevate it with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream for an extra touch of indulgence.

Ingredients

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  • 3 medium apples (Granny Smith, Honeycrisp, or Braeburn)
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp ground cardamom (optional)
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter (melted)
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs (lightly beaten)
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup plain yogurt or sour cream

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare your baking pan with grease and parchment paper.
  2. Peel, core, and slice the apples thinly.
  3. In one bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and cardamom.
  4. In another bowl, mix melted butter, sugar, eggs, vanilla extract, and yogurt until smooth.
  5. Combine dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just blended.
  6. Spread half of the batter in the prepared pan; layer half of the apple slices on top.
  7. Add remaining batter over apples; top with remaining apple slices.
  8. Mix sugar and cinnamon for topping; sprinkle evenly over the cake.
  9. Bake for 40–45 minutes until golden brown; check doneness with a toothpick.
  10. Let cool for 10–15 minutes before serving.

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