Apple and Raspberry Cake Recipe
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Servings: 8
Category: Dessert
Keywords: Raspberries, Apple, Berries, Grapes, Fruit, European, Lactose-Free, Kid Friendly, Brunch, < 60 Mins, Oven, Beginner Cook, Easy
This Apple and Raspberry Cake is the epitome of fruit-filled delight, perfect for a cozy tea time or a quick dessert. The combination of tart raspberries and sweet apples baked into a moist, soft cake creates an irresistible treat. Whether served on its own or warmed with a scoop of vanilla ice cream, it’s sure to become a family favorite.
Ingredients
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Self-rising flour | 2 cups |
| Baking powder | 1 tsp |
| Butter (cubed) | 1/3 cup |
| Sugar | 1/3 cup |
| Raisins | 1 3/4 cups |
| Hard apple cider | 5 tbsp |
| Egg | 2/3 cup |
| Raspberries | 1 cup |
Nutritional Information (Per Serving)
| Nutrient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | 264.9 kcal |
| Total Fat | 8.8g |
| Saturated Fat | 5.1g |
| Cholesterol | 46.8mg |
| Sodium | 511.8mg |
| Carbohydrates | 43.3g |
| Fiber | 3g |
| Sugars | 16.6g |
| Protein | 4.5g |
Instructions
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Preheat the Oven:
Begin by preheating your oven to 375°F (190°C), ensuring it’s ready for baking. -
Prepare the Baking Pan:
Grease an 8-inch round cake pan and line it with parchment paper. This ensures the cake won’t stick to the pan while baking. -
Sift Dry Ingredients:
In a large mixing bowl, sift the self-rising flour and baking powder. This will help ensure that the dry ingredients are light and airy for the perfect cake texture. -
Incorporate Butter:
Rub in the butter using your fingertips, or cut it in with a pastry cutter or two knives, until the mixture resembles coarse breadcrumbs. -
Mix in Sugar and Raisins:
Stir in the sugar and chopped dried apples, followed by the raisins. This adds a lovely burst of flavor and a touch of sweetness to your cake. -
Add Wet Ingredients:
Pour in the apple cider and crack in the egg. Mix everything together thoroughly until the batter is fully combined. -
Gently Add Raspberries:
Carefully stir in the fresh raspberries, taking care not to break them up too much. Their bright color and tart flavor will infuse the cake with delightful bursts of fruit. -
Bake the Cake:
Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread it evenly. Place it in the oven and bake for 40 minutes or until the cake has risen, is lightly golden, and a skewer inserted into the center comes out clean. -
Cool the Cake:
Once baked, remove the cake from the oven and let it cool in the pan for a few minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely. This helps prevent the cake from becoming soggy. -
Serve:
Allow the cake to cool completely before serving to allow the flavors to settle and the texture to firm up. You can enjoy this cake on its own, or serve it warm with a scoop of ice cream for an indulgent dessert.
This Apple and Raspberry Cake is a perfect, easy-to-make dessert that’s both simple and full of flavor. The combination of apples, raisins, and tart raspberries makes it wonderfully moist, and the hard apple cider adds an extra depth of flavor. Whether for an afternoon tea or as a sweet ending to a meal, it’s sure to be a hit with family and friends alike.
Enjoy!
