Description
Swedish Apple Cake is a cinnamon-spiced, buttery dessert packed with tender apples and finished with a warm caramel glaze. Make it today and enjoy!
Ingredients
½ cup softened butter
1⅔ cups granulated sugar
2 large eggs
1½ tsp vanilla extract
1½ cups all-purpose flour
1 tsp baking soda
1 tsp salt
1½ tsp ground cinnamon
½ tsp ground nutmeg
3 cups peeled, diced apples (≈2 large apples)
Optional: ¼ cup chopped pecans or walnuts
Caramel Glaze:
1⅓ cups packed brown sugar
2 tbsp half & half or heavy cream
4 tbsp butter
Instructions
Preheat oven to 350°F and grease a 9-inch springform pan.
In a small bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar. Add eggs one at a time, then vanilla.
Mix in the dry ingredients just until combined. Fold in apples and nuts if using.
Transfer to pan and bake for 35–40 minutes.
Meanwhile, prepare caramel: heat brown sugar, cream, and butter over medium-low heat, stirring until smooth.
Remove cake, pour caramel over top, and return to oven for 10–15 minutes.
Cool for at least 15 minutes before serving
Notes
Use tart apples like Granny Smith for the best flavor balance. For a gluten-free option, use a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend. Store leftovers covered at room temperature or refrigerate for longer freshness.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 28 g
- Carbohydrates: 45 g
- Protein: 3 g