Apple & Olive Oil Cake With Maple Cream Cheese Icing

May 08, 2023May 8, 20230 2
Scrumptious Apple & Olive Oil Cake with Maple Cream Cheese Icing
in Dessert

Prep

20 min

Cook

50 min

Ready In

1 hour, 10 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

3 ounces sultanas ( optional ) or 3 ounces raisins ( 80g ) ( optional )
4 tablespoons water
2 cups plain flour
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1 1/4 teaspoons baking soda
1/2 cup olive oil
3/4 cup caster sugar
1/2 vanilla pod or 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 eggs , lightly beaten
3 small bramley apples ( about 360 g ) or 4 small granny smith apples , peeled , cored and diced into 1 cm or 1/2 inch cubes ( about 360 g )
1 grated lemon , zest of
2 egg whites
100 g unsalted butter , at room temperature
100 g light muscavado sugar
85 ml maple syrup or 85 ml golden syrup
220 g cream cheese , at room temperature

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
10-12
Calories
468
Sugar
39g
Fat
23g
This Apple & Olive Oil Cake is perfect for anyone that loves a light, fruity dessert. The texture of this cake is incredibly moist and tender due to the use of olive oil, which also makes it a healthy alternative to butter. The sweetness of the apples and raisins combined with the tanginess of the lemon zest and the warmth of the cinnamon make this cake a delicious addition to any meal. The Maple Cream Cheese Icing is a smooth and creamy accompaniment that adds a slight sweetness to the cake.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 180C/gas mark 4/350F.
2.Grease and line a 23cm/9inch cake tin.
3.Place the sultanas/raisins in a small saucepan and add the 4 tablespoons of water.
4.Place over a medium heat and bring to the boil, then leave to cool.
5.Sift together the flour, cinnamon, salt, baking powder and baking soda into a bowl.
6.In a separate bowl, beat the olive oil, caster sugar, and seeds from the vanilla pod or vanilla extract until well combined.
7.Gradually whisk in the eggs, followed by the flour mixture, and then the grated lemon zest.
8.Fold in the diced apples and cooled raisins.
9.In another bowl, whisk up the egg whites until they form stiff peaks.
10.Using a large metal spoon, gently fold the egg whites into the cake mixture.
11.Spoon the mixture into the prepared tin.
12.Bake in the oven for 50-55 minutes until a skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
13.Allow to cool in the tin for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
14.To make the icing, beat together the butter, muscavado sugar and maple or golden syrup.
15.Add the cream cheese and mix until well combined.
16.Ice the cooled cake, then cut into slices and serve.

PROS

This delicious cake is moist, flavorful and has a beautiful crumb.

The combination of apples, cinnamon, and lemon zest is perfect for any season.

The creamy maple cream cheese icing contrasts perfectly with the fruitiness of the cake.

This recipe is quick and easy to make.

CONS

This cake contains sugar, fat, and gluten, so it should be enjoyed in moderation.

It’s not suitable for people with nut allergies because it contains no nuts.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This Apple & Olive Oil Cake has plenty of benefits. A diet rich in olive oil has been shown to lower the risk of cardiovascular disease and stroke. Olive oil is also high in antioxidants and anti-inflammatory properties. Apples are rich in fiber, vitamins, and minerals and have been linked to promoting healthy digestion and supporting a healthy weight. Cinnamon is also rich in antioxidants and has been found to help regulate blood sugar levels. The cream cheese in the icing provides a source of dairy, which is important for bone health and is a good source of protein.

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