Portuguese Apple Cake

Delight in the rustic charm of a Portuguese Apple Cake, a timeless dessert that’s as comforting as it is irresistible. This moist and tender cake is infused with the warm spices of cinnamon and the fragrant sweetness of vanilla, making it a perfect treat for any season. Granny Smith or Golden Delicious apples are thinly sliced and layered into the batter, creating pockets of fruity goodness in every bite. Enhanced with a hint of lemon zest to balance the flavors, this cake is baked to golden perfection and optionally dusted with powdered sugar for an elegant finish. With just 20 minutes of prep time and simple pantry ingredients, this crowd-pleaser is ideal for cozy family gatherings or an afternoon tea indulgence. Whether you serve it warm or at room temperature, this Portuguese Apple Cake is sure to impress.

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 200 grams All-purpose flour
• 150 grams Granulated sugar
• 100 grams Unsalted butter
• 3 large Eggs
• 50 ml Whole milk
• 10 grams Baking powder
• 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 3 medium Apples (preferably Granny Smith or Golden Delicious)
• 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons Powdered sugar (optional, for dusting)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). Grease and flour a round 9-inch (23 cm) cake pan or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.

Step 2

Peel, core, and thinly slice the apples. Toss the apple slices with the lemon juice to prevent browning and set aside.

Step 3

In a medium mixing bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and ground cinnamon. Set aside.

Step 4

In a large mixing bowl, beat the butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 5

Add the eggs one at a time to the butter mixture, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.

Step 6

Gradually add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients in three additions, alternating with the milk. Begin and end with the dry ingredients, mixing just until combined. Do not overmix.

Step 7

Pour half of the batter into the prepared cake pan, spreading it evenly. Arrange half of the apple slices on top of the batter in a single layer.

Step 8

Pour the remaining batter over the apples and gently spread it out. Arrange the remaining apple slices over the top in a decorative pattern.

Step 9

Bake the cake in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 10

Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 11

Once cooled, dust the top with powdered sugar if desired. Slice and serve. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1240.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2637.6

Total Fat 104.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 56.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 785.6mg	0%
Sodium 1232.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 405.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 20.0g	0%
Total Sugars 223.5g
Protein 43.7g	0%

Vitamin D 145.7IU	0%
Calcium 255.8mg	0%
Iron 12.7mg	0%
Potassium 1131.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 34.4%

Protein: 6.4%

Carbs: 59.2%