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Rustic Spiced Apple Cake with Golden Caramelized Edges and Tender Crumb

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A cozy and aromatic rustic apple cake, warmly spiced and filled with chunks of fresh apples. It features golden caramelized edges and a soft, tender crumb, perfect for autumn gatherings or afternoon tea.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 tsp ground cloves
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup sour cream or plain yogurt
  • 2 cups peeled and chopped apples (such as Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 2 tbsp demerara or turbinado sugar (for topping)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round or square cake pan.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves.
  3. In a large bowl, cream together the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then mix in vanilla extract.
  5. Stir in the sour cream or yogurt until well combined.
  6. Toss chopped apples with lemon juice, then fold them into the batter.
  7. Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until just combined.
  8. Pour batter into prepared pan and smooth the top. Sprinkle with demerara sugar for a caramelized crust.
  9. Bake for 40–50 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  10. Cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

  • Best served slightly warm with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
  • Use a mix of tart and sweet apples for depth of flavor.
  • This cake stores well at room temperature for 2 days or refrigerated for up to 5 days.
  • Great as a breakfast cake with coffee or tea.

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Keywords: spiced apple cake, rustic apple dessert, caramelized edges, fall baking, tender crumb cake, cozy cake recipe

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