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Delicious slice of Irish Apple Cake with fresh apples and spices

Irish Apple Cake

A comforting dessert filled with tender apple pieces, warm spices, and a luscious crumb that is perfect for family gatherings or a cozy evening.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Baking, Dessert
Cuisine: Irish
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Dry Ingredients
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1.5 teaspoons baking powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 0.25 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
  • 0.5 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup buttermilk or make your own by adding 1 tablespoon of vinegar to milk
Fruits and Optional Ingredients
  • 3 medium apples, peeled, cored, and chopped Granny Smith for tartness
  • 0.5 cup raisins optional, but adds sweetness
  • Powdered sugar for dusting for serving

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch round cake pan or line it with parchment paper.
Mixing Dry Ingredients
  1. In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
Creaming Butter and Sugar
  1. In a separate large bowl, beat the softened butter and sugar until fluffy.
Incorporating Eggs and Vanilla
  1. Add the eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
Combining Ingredients
  1. Gradually add the alternating flour mixture and buttermilk to the butter mixture, mixing until just combined.
  2. Gently fold in the chopped apples and raisins.
Baking
  1. Transfer the batter to your prepared pan and smooth the top. Bake for about 45-50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Cooling and Serving
  1. Allow the cake to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack. Dust with powdered sugar to serve.

Notes

Choose a mix of tart and sweet apples for the best flavor. The cake keeps beautifully in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.