Apple and Cinnamon Cake

The apple and cinnamon cake is a timeless classic and I can provide you with a version with an Italian touch. Here is the recipe for a simple and tasty apple and cinnamon cake.

Ingredients

• 4 medium-sized apples
• 3 eggs
• 200 g granulated sugar
• 300 g all-purpose flour
• 100 g melted butter
• 1 packet baking powder
• 1 small glass of milk
• 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
• Powdered sugar for decoration (optional)
• A pinch of salt

Preparation

1. Start by preheating the oven to 180 °C.
2. Peel the apples, remove the core and cut them into cubes or thin slices, then set them aside.
3. In a bowl, beat the eggs with the sugar until you obtain a light and frothy mixture.
4. Add the melted butter (make sure it is not too hot) and the milk to the egg and sugar mixture, stirring well.
5. In another bowl, combine the flour, cinnamon, baking powder and a pinch of salt.
6. Gently incorporate the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, stirring until you obtain a smooth and homogeneous batter.
7. Add the apples to the mixture and stir gently to distribute them evenly.
8. Grease and flour a cake pan, then pour the batter into the pan.
9. Bake the cake for about 45 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.
10. Once ready, let the cake cool before removing it from the pan.
11. Before serving, you can dust the surface with powdered sugar for a touch of sweetness and decoration.

Fun Fact

Cinnamon is a spice much loved in Italian pastry, often used to flavor sweets such as strudel and cookies. In this cake, it adds an unmistakable aroma that pairs perfectly with the sweetness of the apples. In some Italian variations, you could also add grated lemon zest for a citrusy touch.