Classic French Apple Cake — ZoZo
This classic French apple cake is a delicious and easy-to-make dessert. It is made with fresh apples, sugar, and a hint of cinnamon, and is perfect for any occasion. The cake is moist and flavorful, and is sure to be a hit with family and friends.
Ingredients:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 cup butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup milk
- 2 cups peeled and diced apples
Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
- Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients in three batches, alternating with the milk. Stir until just combined.
- Fold in the diced apples. Pour the batter into the prepared pan.
- Bake for 40-45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before turning out onto a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutritional Information:
- Serving size: 1 slice
- Calories: 250
- Total fat: 9g
- Saturated fat: 5g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
- Sodium: 200mg
- Total carbohydrates: 37g
- Dietary fiber: 1g
- Sugars: 21g
- Protein: 3g
Additional Tips and Variations:
For a more flavorful cake, try adding a teaspoon of ground nutmeg or cloves to the dry ingredients. You can also add a cup of chopped walnuts or pecans to the batter for a crunchy texture. For a sweeter cake, sprinkle the top with a mixture of cinnamon and sugar before baking.
This classic French apple cake is a delicious and easy-to-make dessert that is sure to be a hit with family and friends. With its moist and flavorful texture, it is perfect for any occasion. Enjoy!
