Ingredients and Weight:
- Mountain apples, peeled and cored: 2 pounds
- All-purpose flour: 1 cup
- Granulated sugar: 1 cup
- Salt: 1/4 teaspoon
- Baking powder: 1 teaspoon
- Baking soda: 1/2 teaspoon
- Ground cinnamon: 1 teaspoon
- Ground nutmeg: 1/4 teaspoon
- Unsalted butter, cold and cubed: 1 cup
- Milk: 1 cup
- Egg yolks: 2 large
- Vanilla extract: 1 teaspoon
Preparation Time:
15 minutes
Cooking Time:
50-60 minutes
Difficulty Level:
2 (Easy)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13 inch baking pan.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, salt, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
- In a separate bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the egg yolks one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the milk, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients.
- Stir in the grated mountain apples.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes before inverting it onto a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutritional Information:
Per serving (1/8 of cake):
- Calories: 350
- Total Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
- Sodium: 200mg
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Dietary Fiber: 2g
- Sugars: 30g
- Protein: 5g
Dish Characteristics:
- Moist and flavorful with a dense yet tender crumb.
- The sweet-tartness of the mountain apples complements the warmth of the spices.
- Perfect for an autumn or winter dessert or as a treat for any occasion.
User Comments:
- "This cake is absolutely delicious! The mountain apples give it a unique and refreshing flavor." - Mary S.
- "I love the combination of apples and spices in this cake. It's a perfect balance of sweet and savory." - John A.
- "This is the most moist and flavorful cake I've ever had. I'll definitely be making it again!" - Susan B.
Special Precautions and Tips:
- If you can't find mountain apples, you can substitute with tart apples such as Granny Smith or Bramley's Seedling.
- For a gluten-free version, use a gluten-free flour blend.
- To enhance the flavor, let the cake cool for at least 4 hours before serving.
- Serve with whipped cream, ice cream, or a drizzle of honey for an extra touch of sweetness.
