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Swedish Apple Cake

Swedish Apple Cake
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Indulge in the warmth and nostalgia of a cozy Swedish kitchen with this delightful Swedish Apple Cake. Bursting with the natural sweetness of apples, this cake is beautifully spiced with cinnamon and nutmeg, making it a perfect treat for any occasion—from family gatherings to quiet afternoons. Topped with a homemade caramel sauce, each slice offers a rich and buttery experience that feels like a warm hug. Whether enjoyed with coffee during a traditional fika or served as a comforting dessert, this cake is sure to impress family and friends alike.

Ingredients

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  • ½ cup butter (room temperature)
  • 1 ⅔ cups sugar
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 ½ teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 ½ teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 3 cups diced & peeled apples (about 2 large apples)
  • Optional: ¼ cup chopped pecans or walnuts

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch springform pan.
  2. In a bowl, mix flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
  3. In another bowl, cream together butter and sugar. Add eggs one at a time followed by vanilla extract.
  4. Gradually mix in the dry ingredients until combined. Fold in apples and nuts if using.
  5. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 35 to 40 minutes.
  6. While baking, prepare caramel sauce by combining brown sugar, half & half, and butter in a saucepan over medium-low heat until smooth.
  7. Drizzle caramel over the cake after initial baking; return to oven for an additional 10 to 15 minutes.
  8. Allow cooling before serving.

Nutrition

Keywords: For added flavor, consider using Granny Smith or Honeycrisp apples. You can enhance the recipe by adding spices like cardamom or substituting apples with pears for variation.

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