Soft Apple Cake Recipe
Category: Desserts | Serves: 8
Ingredients
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| All-purpose flour | 400g |
| Apples | 400g |
| Ricotta cheese (cow’s milk) | 300g |
| Eggs | 220g |
| Brown sugar | 175g |
| Granulated sugar | 175g |
| Whole milk | 100g |
| Baking powder | 16g |
| Lime | 1 |
| Fine salt | A pinch |
Instructions
To create a delicious, soft apple cake, start by preparing the ricotta. Place the ricotta cheese at room temperature in a fine sieve set over a bowl to drain excess moisture. Once drained, stir in the brown sugar, ensuring the mixture is smooth and combined.
In another large bowl, crack the eggs and add a pinch of salt. Whisk them together, then gradually add the granulated sugar. Continue mixing until the eggs are well-beaten and the sugar has dissolved. Once the mixture is smooth, slowly incorporate the brown sugar-ricotta mixture into the eggs, ensuring it’s evenly combined.
Next, sift the all-purpose flour and baking powder into the wet ingredients, ensuring a light and airy consistency. At this point, the batter will be thick, so to loosen it, slowly pour in the milk at room temperature. Gradually add the milk while stirring to maintain a smooth consistency. The batter should be thick yet pourable, ready to be transformed into a delightful dessert.
Now, it’s time to prepare the apples. Peel and core the apples, then slice them thinly. Squeeze the juice of a lime over the apple slices to prevent browning and to infuse them with a touch of freshness. Stir the lime juice into the apple slices, ensuring they’re well-coated.
Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) for a conventional oven, or 160°C (320°F) for a fan-assisted oven. Grease and flour a round cake pan, then pour the prepared batter into the pan. Gently fold in the apple slices, allowing the apples to nestle within the batter.
Bake the apple cake in the preheated oven for 60 minutes, or 50 minutes if using a fan-assisted oven. Keep an eye on the cake as it bakes—if the top begins to darken too much, after 40 minutes of baking, cover the cake loosely with aluminum foil to prevent further browning. The cake should be golden brown on top and a toothpick inserted into the center should come out clean.
Once the cake is baked to perfection, remove it from the oven and allow it to cool in the pan for a few minutes. Afterward, transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing and serving.
Enjoy this moist, fluffy apple cake for a delicious treat that’s perfect for any occasion!
Nutritional Information (per serving)
| Nutrient | Amount per serving |
|---|---|
| Calories | ~320 kcal |
| Protein | ~8g |
| Carbohydrates | ~45g |
| Sugars | ~30g |
| Fiber | ~3g |
| Fat | ~14g |
| Saturated Fat | ~8g |
| Cholesterol | ~70mg |
| Sodium | ~120mg |
| Potassium | ~240mg |
This soft apple cake combines the sweetness of apples with a tender, ricotta-infused batter, making it a perfect dessert to enjoy with friends and family. Whether served as a comforting afternoon snack or a delightful finish to a festive meal, this cake promises to be a hit every time.
