Traditional English Apple Traybake Apple Pudding Cake Recipe

Indulge in the comforting warmth of this easy-to-make Traditional English Apple Traybake, also known as Dorset Apple Cake! This simple apple sponge cake, baked in a tray for effortless serving, is perfect for picnics, lunchboxes, or an afternoon tea treat. Imagine warm, spiced apple cake, studded with juicy Bramley apples (or your favorite tart apples!), melting in your mouth. Serve it hot with a dollop of cream, custard, or ice cream for the ultimate autumnal dessert. This recipe is a crowd-pleaser, popular throughout England, especially during apple harvest season. Get ready to experience the taste of traditional English baking at its finest!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 70 mins
Calories 293.5 kcal
Protein 8g
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How to Make Traditional English Apple Traybake Apple Pudding Cake

  1. Preheat your oven to 180°C (160°C fan/350°F/Gas Mark 4). Grease and line a 20x30cm baking tray.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Beat in the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Add the vanilla extract.
  4. In a separate bowl, gently mix together the flour, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, folding gently until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
  6. Fold in the diced apples and any optional nuts.
  7. Pour the batter into the prepared baking tray and spread evenly.
  8. Bake for 60-70 minutes, or until a skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
  9. Allow the cake to cool slightly in the tray before cutting into bars or squares.
  10. Dust with icing sugar (optional) and serve warm with cream, custard, or ice cream.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

6 g

Sugar

89g

Fat

38g

Carbs

13g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Traditional English Apple Traybake Apple Pudding Cake?

Traditional English Apple Traybake Apple Pudding Cake takes about 90 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 70 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Traditional English Apple Traybake Apple Pudding Cake?

Traditional English Apple Traybake Apple Pudding Cake has approximately 293.5 calories per serving, with about 8 g protein, 13 g carbohydrates and 20 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Traditional English Apple Traybake Apple Pudding Cake?

The key ingredients for Traditional English Apple Traybake Apple Pudding Cake are Cooking Apple, Lemon, Juice Of, Butter, Golden Caster Sugar, Eggs, Vanilla Extract. See the full list with measurements above.

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