The Most DELICIOUS Apple Cake (Rustic Apple Cake Recipe)

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil adds a unique flavor while reducing saturated fat.

all-purpose flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: all-purpose flour

Whole wheat flour increases fiber content.

brown sugar

🥗Healthier: coconut sugar

💰Cheaper: white sugar

Coconut sugar provides a lower glycemic index.

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water

Almond milk is lower in calories and adds a nutty flavor.

Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). Line the bottom and sides of a 9-inch (23cm) springform pan with parchment paper.

Peel, core, and chop 4 apples into small cubes. Add the zest and juice of a lemon. Set aside. Halve the remaining apple, core it, and slice it into thin crescents for the top.

In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, and freshly grated nutmeg.

In a large mixing bowl, whisk the eggs and sugar until pale and slightly fluffy (about 2 minutes). Add the milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract. Stir until well combined.

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring gently until just incorporated. Do not overmix.

Gently fold the chopped apples into the batter, ensuring they’re evenly distributed.

Pour the batter into the prepared springform pan and spread it evenly. Arrange the apple crescents on top in a circular pattern.

Brush the top with melted butter and sprinkle evenly with 1 tablespoon of granulated sugar for a golden, slightly caramelised finish.

Bake in the preheated oven for 50–60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the centre comes out clean. The top should be golden brown.

Let the cake cool in the pan for 10–15 minutes. Then remove the springform ring and let it cool completely on a wire rack before slicing.

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