Swedish Apple Cake

Ingredients for Swedish Apple Cake

To make this delicious Swedish apple cake, you’ll need the following ingredients:

  • 2-3 apples (preferably firm, tart varieties like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)
  • 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup (115g) unsalted butter (room temperature)
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup (125g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp ground cardamom (optional, but adds a lovely depth)
  • 1/4 cup (60ml) milk
  • 1 tbsp vanilla extract
  • Powdered sugar or whipped cream (for serving)

Step-by-Step Preparation

Step 1: Preheat the Oven

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round or square cake pan, or line it with parchment paper to prevent sticking.

Step 2: Prepare the Apples

  1. Peel, core, and slice the apples thinly. Swedish apple cake traditionally features a beautiful top layer of apple slices arranged in a circular pattern, which helps the apples bake evenly and creates a stunning presentation.
  2. Toss the apple slices with a bit of cinnamon and sugar if you like a slightly sweeter apple flavor.
PREPARATION