Grandma's Apple Cake Recipe

This legendary apple cake was a weekly tradition in my family, bringing joy to countless visitors! My grandma's secret recipe, now with a delicious almond twist, creates a moist, tender cake perfect for cozy winter evenings. Serve warm with custard, vanilla ice cream, or fresh cream – every topping is a delightful experience! The addition of flaked almonds adds a delightful crunch and nutty flavor, making this cake even more irresistible.

Prep Time 20 mins

Cook Time 60 mins

Calories 446.7 kcal

Protein 13g

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Ingredients for Grandma's Apple Cake

1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter
1/2 cup granulated sugar
Zest of 1 orange
Self Raising Flour
Cooking Apple
4 large eggs
1/2 cup milk
Candied Peel
2 tablespoons granulated sugar (for sprinkling)
Sliced Almonds

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How to Make Grandma's Apple Cake

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake tin.
In a large bowl, cream together 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, 1/2 cup granulated sugar, and the zest of 1 orange until light and fluffy.
In a separate bowl, toss 4 medium apples (peeled, cored, and diced), with 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour.
Add 4 large eggs and 1/2 cup milk to the creamed butter mixture. Beat well.
Gradually add 2 cups all-purpose flour to the wet ingredients, alternating with the apples and orange peel. Mix until just combined.
Gently fold in 1/2 cup chopped flaked almonds (optional).
Pour batter into the prepared cake tin. Sprinkle evenly with 2 tablespoons granulated sugar.
Bake for 40-50 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean. The cake should be golden brown on top.
Let cool in the tin for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely. Serve warm or cold with your favorite topping: custard, vanilla ice cream, or whipped cream.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

5 g

Sugar

168g

Fat

40g

Carbs

25g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Grandma's Apple Cake?

Grandma's Apple Cake takes about 80 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 60 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Grandma's Apple Cake?

Grandma's Apple Cake has approximately 446.7 calories per serving, with about 13 g protein, 25 g carbohydrates and 21 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Grandma's Apple Cake?

The key ingredients for Grandma's Apple Cake are Butter, Caster Sugar, Orange Rind, Self Raising Flour, Cooking Apple, Eggs. See the full list with measurements above.