Swedish Apple Cake Recipe 🍏🍰

A delightful, spiced cake layered with tender apples—perfect for fika or dessert!

Ingredients (Serves 8)

Dry Ingredients:

• 1 cup (120g) all-purpose flour

• 1 tsp baking powder

• ¼ tsp salt

• ½ tsp ground cinnamon

• ¼ tsp ground cardamom (optional, for traditional flavor)

Wet Ingredients:

• ½ cup (115g) unsalted butter, softened

• ¾ cup (150g) granulated sugar

• 2 large eggs, room temperature

• 1 tsp vanilla extract

• 2 tbsp milk

Filling & Topping:

• 2 large firm apples (e.g., Granny Smith or Honeycrisp), peeled and thinly sliced

• Powdered sugar (for dusting, optional)

Optional Enhancements:

• Topping: Sliced almonds, brown sugar, or extra cinnamon

• Serving: Whipped cream, vanilla ice cream, or caramel drizzle

• Mix-ins: ¼ cup raisins or chopped walnuts

Instructions

1. Prep: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan or springform pan.

2. Dry Mix: Whisk flour, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, and cardamom in a bowl. Set aside.

3. Cream Butter & Sugar: In a large bowl, beat butter and sugar until fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, then vanilla.

4. Combine: Alternate mixing dry ingredients and milk into the wet mix until smooth (do not overmix).

5. Layer: Spread half the batter in the pan. Arrange half the apples evenly. Repeat with remaining batter and apples. (For flair, fan apple slices on top.)

6. Bake: 40–50 minutes, until golden and a toothpick comes out clean.

7. Cool & Serve: Let rest 15 minutes before slicing. Dust with powdered sugar.

Tips for Success

✔ Apples: Use firm varieties to prevent mushiness.
✔ Batter: Room-temperature ingredients blend easier.
✔ Texture: Cool slightly before slicing for cleaner cuts.

Nutrition (Per serving)

Calories: 280 | Carbs: 35g (Fiber: 2g, Sugar: 22g) | Protein: 4g | Fat: 14g

Why You’ll Love It

This cake is a cozy blend of spiced crumb and caramelized apples—equally fitting for a weekday treat or a festive dessert. Pair with coffee or a scoop of ice cream for pure comfort!

Enjoy! ☕🍎