There’s something wonderfully comforting about the aroma of spiced apple cake baking in the oven. This one-pot spiced apple cake recipe is the epitome of cosy, autumnal flavours, blending the warmth of cinnamon with the sweetness of juicy apples. The best part? It’s incredibly easy to make, requiring just one pot for both mixing and baking, minimising cleanup and maximising convenience.
Perfect for novice bakers and seasoned pros alike, this recipe offers a fuss-free approach to creating a yummy cake that’s perfect for any occasion. Whether you’re looking for a simple dessert to enjoy with a cup of tea, a delightful treat to bring to a gathering or a comforting snack to share with loved ones, this one-pot spiced apple cake is sure to hit the spot.
My favourite toppings are pomegranate seeds & powdered sugar – the jewelled little seeds look so pretty against the white of the sugar. No pomegranate seeds – no problem. Just dust with powdered sugar before serving.
The recipe is by Annabel Langbein – her “The Free Range Cook: Simple Pleasures” book gets used a lot in our home.
How to make one-pot spiced apple cake
Ingredients:
- 250 g butter
- 4 apples, peeled, cored & thinly sliced
- 2 cups sugar
- 2 eggs, beaten
- 2 1/2 cups plain flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 2 tsp baking soda
- 3 tsp cinnamon
- 1 cup raisins
- 1/2 cup walnut pieces
- Powdered sugar for dusting
Get baking:
- Preheat oven to 150°C (fan).
- Grease the sides of a round 26cm cake tin and line the base with baking paper.
- Melt butter in a large pot.
- Remove from heat and mix in apples and sugar then eggs.
- Stir in flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, raisins and walnuts, stirring just enough to blend evenly.
- Spread into prepared tin and bake until it is risen and golden and the top bounces back when pressed (about 1 hour 20 minutes).
- Allow to cool for 15 minutes before turning out of the tin.
- Dust with powdered sugar before serving.
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