Description
Indulge in the heartwarming flavors of this Irish Apple Cake with Custard Sauce. This delightful dessert combines moist, spiced cake with tender apples, enveloped in a warm blend of cinnamon and nutmeg. Perfect for any occasion, it evokes cherished memories of family gatherings and cozy afternoons. Serve it warm with silky custard sauce for an unforgettable treat that will leave everyone asking for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 2 cups diced tart apples (e.g., Granny Smith)
- 3 large eggs
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Custard Sauce: 3 large eggs, 1 cup milk, ½ cup heavy cream
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, and nutmeg until well combined.
- In another bowl, mix melted butter with eggs, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Fold diced apples into the wet mixture, then combine with dry ingredients until just mixed—do not overmix.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for 45-50 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- For the custard sauce, whisk eggs, milk, and cream in a saucepan over low heat until thickened; stir constantly.
- Serve warm slices of cake drizzled with custard sauce.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Irish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (80g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 60mg