Method
Beat the eggs with the sugar until light and fluffy.
Add the melted butter, milk, lemon zest, and lemon juice – mix until smooth.
Sift in the flour and baking powder, then gently fold until a smooth batter forms.
Peel the apples, cut them in half, then slice thinly. Arrange the apple slices in a circular, radiant pattern on top of the batter in a round cake pan lined with parchment paper.
Bake at 180°C (350°F) for 40–45 minutes, until the cake is golden brown and fragrant.
Dust with powdered sugar and serve warm!
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
Tastes just like Grandma’s – simple and comforting
Moist cake base with juicy apples
Perfect with coffee, tea, or for a Sunday gathering
Made with everyday pantry ingredients you already have
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There’s something magical about apple cake – it’s one of those desserts that smells like home the moment it comes out of the oven. The sweet aroma of baked apples mixed with butter and a hint of lemon fills the kitchen and takes you right back to childhood afternoons spent in Grandma’s cozy kitchen.
This recipe is as classic as it gets: fluffy sponge, juicy apple slices laid on top like a flower, and a final dusting of powdered sugar. No fancy tricks, no complicated steps – just honest, homestyle baking the way families have enjoyed for generations.
The best part? You don’t need anything special to make it. Eggs, sugar, flour, butter, milk, and a couple of apples – that’s it. The lemon zest and juice brighten the flavor, and if you like, a little cinnamon adds warmth and spice.
When baked, the apples caramelize just slightly, sinking gently into the soft cake. Each bite is moist, fruity, and full of comfort. This is the kind of cake you bring to the table when friends stop by for coffee, when you want to treat your family on Sunday, or when you simply need a little taste of nostalgia on a weekday evening.
Serving idea: Enjoy it warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a drizzle of cream for a little indulgence. Or keep it simple – a slice of this cake with a hot cup of tea is enough to make any day feel special.
So go ahead – save this recipe, share it with friends, and bake yourself a little slice of tradition
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