The verdict is in: the new recipe I tried for Rosh Hashanah is a keeper. Along with the customary Honey cake, I made an apple version. Since it was a success, I’m nicknaming it “Amazing Apple Cake.”
Similar to coffee cake, it’s moist inside, slightly crusty outside, and thick. Oh, and did I mention it smells like heaven from the combination of spices? Despite all the hubbub, I did manage to take a quick picture. By no means anything extraordinary, you should still get the general idea. I think the side view, with the layers, is so pretty!
To make an Amazing Apple Cake, you will need:
- 7 cups peeled & sliced baking apples (Gala or Honeycrisp work well)
- 1 1/2 cups white sugar
- 3 tsp. cinnamon
- 1 tsp. nutmeg
- 3/4 cup vegetable oil
- 3 eggs
- 1 cup milk
- 1 tsp. vanilla
- 2 1/2 cups flour
- 1/4 tsp. salt
- 2 tsp. baking powder
Assemble two large bowls and a 9×13 glass Pyrex. Grease glass and set aside. In first bowl, toss the apples with the cinnamon, nutmeg, and 1/2 cup of the sugar. In other bowl, blend oil and remaining sugar. Stir in eggs, milk, and vanilla. Fold in flour, salt, and baking powder, then combine until batter is totally smooth.
Spoon half the batter into the Pyrex. Arrange the apples in a layer on top, then spread the remaining batter over the apples. Bake at 350 degrees, uncovered for approximately 1 hour. Remove from oven and cool completely before sprinkling with powdered sugar.
This cake was more popular with adults than kids, but it was eaten—and enjoyed—by everyone. Because it’s not super sweet or particularly filling, some folks chose to take a second serving (good to know if you’re feeding a crowd). While I don’t think I’d ever make this dessert alone for the holiday, it was a nice addition to the usual favorites. Next time I plan to offer whipped cream as well.
Do you have a good apple cake recipe?
Your Amazing Apple Cake looks delicious!
You are very kind, thanks.
Thanks so much for sharing this amazing Apple cake recipe i can’t wait to try it !
Glad you liked it. Let me know how it turns out for you.
I’m going to make this over the weekend. My mom used to make something just like this! She passed young and didn’t write down many of her recipes. I’m so happy you posted this. Thanks!
Family recipes truly are special. I learned to cook from my Grandmother. She died in ’99 and anytime I make one of her dishes, I remember all the good times we shared in the kitchen.
I just wanted to tell you I made this today. Everyone raved! I told them about your blog. Thanks again <3
You are so sweet. I’m glad it was enjoyed.
Your Amazing Apple Cake looks scrumptious!
What a beautiful recipe and great for this time of year.
This looks like an amazing cake!