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Swedish Apple Cake Recipe
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Swedish Apple Cake Recipe

Swedish Apple Cake is a delightful dessert that combines a spiced, moist cake with tender, juicy apples. The cake is topped with a rich caramel glaze, adding a sweet and buttery finish to each slice. This cake is perfect for fall or any time you crave a comforting, home-baked treat.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Swedish
Calories: 400
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake:
  • ½ cup butter room temperature
  • 1 ⅔ cup sugar
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 ½ teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 ½ teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 3 cups diced and peeled apples approximately 2 large apples
  • Optional: ¼ cup chopped pecans or walnuts
For the Caramel:
  • 1 ⅓ cup brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons half & half
  • 4 tablespoons butter

Method
 

  1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch springform pan.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: Sift together flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Set aside.
  3. Cream Butter and Sugar: Beat butter and sugar until creamy. Add eggs one at a time, then mix in vanilla.
  4. Combine and Fold: Gradually add dry ingredients to wet mixture until combined. Fold in diced apples and nuts.
  5. Bake the Cake: Transfer batter to the springform pan and bake for 35-40 minutes.
  6. Prepare Caramel: While the cake bakes, combine brown sugar, half & half, and butter in a saucepan over medium-low heat. Stir until smooth.
  7. Add Caramel: Pour caramel over the cake after 30 minutes of baking. Return to the oven for an additional 10-15 minutes.
  8. Cool and Serve: Let the cake cool for at least 15 minutes before slicing and serving.

Notes

  • Apple Choice: Use Granny Smith or Honeycrisp for the best balance of sweetness and tartness.
  • Nut-Free Option: Omit the nuts if preferred.
  • Serving Tip: Serve with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream for an extra indulgence.