Apple Spice Cake

Ingredients and Weight:

• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 1/2 cups sugar
• 1 tsp baking soda
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 cup vegetable oil
• 2 eggs
• 1 cup milk
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 2 cups chopped apples (any variety)
• 1/4 cup honey
• 2 tsp cinnamon powder
• 1/2 tsp nutmeg powder

Preparation Time: 45 minutes (including preparation and baking time)

Cooking Time: 30-35 minutes at 350°F (175°C)

Difficulty Level: Level 3 (Moderate)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking soda, and salt. Mix well.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk together vegetable oil, eggs, milk, and vanilla extract.
4. Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix until just combined.
5. Add chopped apples, honey, cinnamon powder, and nutmeg powder. Mix gently until all ingredients are evenly distributed.
6. Pour the batter into a greased and floured 8-inch round cake pan.
7. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
8. Allow the cake to cool before serving.

Nutritional Information: (Per serving - assuming the cake is cut into 8 pieces) Calories: 350kcal | Fat: 14g | Carbohydrates: 58g | Protein: 5g

Dish Characteristics:

• This Apple Spice Cake is a classic American-style dessert with a warm and spicy flavor.
• The combination of apples, cinnamon, and nutmeg gives the cake a unique flavor that is both sweet and savory.
• The cake is moist and dense with a texture that is both soft and dense. The apple chunks add a delightful crunch to each bite.

User Comments:

1. "This Apple Spice Cake is amazing! The flavor is perfect, not too sweet but with a nice kick of spice." - John Doe
2. "The texture of the cake is so good, it's so moist and the apple chunks make it even better." - Jane Smith
3. "This is a great dessert for fall or winter. The spices remind me of warm autumn days." - Michael Johnson

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Make sure to use ripe and fresh apples for the best flavor and texture.
• Do not overmix the batter to avoid a tough cake. Mix until just combined.
• Baking times may vary depending on the oven and altitude. Check the cake regularly towards the end of the baking time to avoid overbaking.