Description
Indulge in the heartwarming flavors of Swedish Apple Cake, an enchanting dessert that captures the essence of cozy gatherings and festive celebrations. This delightful cake combines sweet apples with fragrant spices like cinnamon and nutmeg, creating a comforting treat that pairs perfectly with your afternoon coffee or tea during Swedish fika. With its rich buttery texture and a luscious caramel drizzle on top, this cake is not only a feast for the palate but also visually stunning, making it an impressive centerpiece for any occasion. Easy to make with simple ingredients, this recipe is perfect for bakers of all skill levels. Treat yourself and your loved ones to a slice of warmth and nostalgia with this irresistible Swedish classic.
Ingredients
- ½ cup butter (room temperature)
- 1 ⅔ cups sugar
- 2 eggs
- 1 ½ teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 ½ teaspoons ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 3 cups diced & peeled apples (about 2 large apples)
- Optional: ¼ cup chopped pecans or walnuts
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch springform pan.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
- In another bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, then stir in vanilla.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to wet mixture until well combined. Fold in apples and nuts if using.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for about 35 to 40 minutes until golden brown.
- While baking, prepare caramel sauce by combining brown sugar, half & half, and butter in a saucepan over medium-low heat until smooth.
- Drizzle warm caramel over the baked cake and return to the oven for another 10 to 15 minutes.
- Allow to cool for at least 15 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Swedish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 46g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
Keywords: For added flavor variations, consider incorporating raisins or cranberries. Serve warm with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream for extra indulgence.