Description
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Ingredients
- – 4 honey crisp apples, peeled, cored, thinly sliced (about 680 g)
- – 2 eggs
- – 1/3 cup (80 ml) sugar
- – 120 ml milk, warmed
- – 2 tablespoons (30 ml) vegetable oil, melted
- – 1 teaspoon (5 ml) pure vanilla, or vanilla bean
- – 60 g all-purpose flour
- – 1/4 teaspoon (1 ml) salt
- – 1 teaspoon (5 ml) baking powder
- – 1/2 teaspoon (3 ml) cinnamon
- – sliced almonds
Instructions
- Ensure you always use the guard when handling a mandoline to avoid injuries. I recommend my preferred mandoline, linked in the recipe card, set to the thinnest slice setting.
- Start by setting your oven to 350°F (177°C) and prepare an 11 by 5 inch loaf pan by lining it with parchment paper.
- Proceed to peel and core the apples. Using the mandoline with the guard in place, cut the apples into 1/8 inch slices. If you prefer, a knife can be used instead, but the results may vary.
- Set the apple slices aside and prepare the cake mixture.
- In a large bowl, combine the eggs and sugar. Use a mixer to beat the mixture until it becomes thick and pale, which should take about 1-2 minutes.
- Add the warmed milk, melted vegetable oil, and vanilla to the mixture and stir together.
- Incorporate the dry ingredients: flour, salt, baking powder, and, if desired, cinnamon. Mix until everything is well blended, then add in the apple slices, ensuring each slice is covered.
- With clean hands, arrange a few apple slices at a time into the loaf pan, layering them evenly until the pan is fully loaded.
- Once the apple slices are in place, pour any remaining batter over them and gently shake the pan to settle the contents.
- Optionally, sprinkle thinly sliced almonds on top for decoration, or leave it plain if preferred.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- For a lightly golden finish, monitor the cake closely as baking times can vary. Once done, remove from the oven and allow it to cool on a wire rack for at least 30 minutes before slicing.
- Avoid cutting the cake while it’s hot to prevent it from falling apart.
- Serve with a dusting of powdered sugar, a scoop of ice cream, or a drizzle of caramel. Enjoy your dessert!
Notes
- Consider enhancing the flavor by adding a sprinkle of nutmeg or a dash of cardamom to the batter.
- Mix in chopped walnuts or pecans with the apple slices for improved texture and taste.
- Experiment with different apple varieties like Granny Smith or Gala for unique flavors in your cake.
