Swedish Apple Cake (Print Version)
A tender, cinnamon-spiced cake with layers of sliced apples and a crisp sugar topping - a beloved Nordic dessert classic.
# Ingredients:
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3 medium apples (such as Granny Smith, Honeycrisp, or Braeburn), peeled, cored, and thinly sliced
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1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
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1 tsp baking powder
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1/2 tsp baking soda
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1/2 tsp salt
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1 tsp ground cinnamon
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1/4 tsp ground cardamom (optional)
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1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted and cooled
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3/4 cup granulated sugar
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2 large eggs, lightly beaten
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1 tsp vanilla extract
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1/2 cup plain yogurt or sour cream
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2 tbsp granulated sugar (for topping)
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1 tsp ground cinnamon (for topping)
# Steps to Follow:
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Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9-inch round or square baking pan and line it with parchment paper for easy removal.
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Peel, core, and thinly slice the apples. Set them aside while you prepare the batter.
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In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and cardamom.
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In a separate bowl, whisk together the melted butter, sugar, eggs, vanilla extract, and yogurt (or sour cream) until smooth.
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Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring just until combined. The batter will be thick but spreadable.
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Spread half of the batter evenly into the prepared pan. Arrange half of the apple slices in a single layer over the batter.
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Dollop the remaining batter on top and gently spread it to cover the apples. Arrange the remaining apple slices in a decorative pattern on top.
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In a small bowl, mix the sugar and cinnamon for the topping. Sprinkle evenly over the apples.
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Bake for 40–45 minutes, or until the cake is golden brown, the apples are tender, and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
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Let the cake cool in the pan for 10–15 minutes before slicing. Serve warm or at room temperature, optionally with whipped cream, vanilla ice cream, or caramel sauce.
# Additional Notes:
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For a gluten-free version, substitute the all-purpose flour with a gluten-free flour blend and ensure all other ingredients are certified gluten-free.