Hollandsche Appel Koek – Dutch Apple Cake

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 5
Hollandsche Appel Koek - Dutch Apple Cake recipe for a delightful treat
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Prep

20 min

Cook

40 min

Ready In

60 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

2 cups flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup butter ( no substitutions )
1 egg
3/4 cup milk
2 cups apples , peeled and thinly sliced
1/3 cup sugar
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
9
Calories
241
Sugar
17g
Fat
7g
Hollandsche Appel Koek - Dutch Apple Cake is a traditional Dutch treat loved for its simplicity and flavor. It is a moist, lightly spiced cake packed with soft, sweet apples and cinnamon spice. With a cakey base and slices of perfectly cooked apple, this cake is a delightful way to indulge in apples. The cinnamon used adds beautiful warmth, and the apples are the star of the recipe. It is commonly served for breakfast or as a snack with coffee or tea in the Netherlands. This cake is versatile, as it can be served in different ways for dessert, topped with whipped cream or ice cream. It's excellent for an afternoon tea or family brunch.

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease an 8-inch (20 cm) square baking pan.
2.In a large bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder and salt.
3.Cut in the butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
4.In a separate bowl, beat the egg and milk together.
5.Add the apples, sugar and cinnamon to the milk mixture.
6.Stir the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients until just combined.
7.Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and smooth the top.
8.Bake for 30-40 minutes until the cake is golden and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let it cool before serving.

PROS

This cake is moist, soft, and tender.

It’s a great way to use up fresh apples that are just starting to go soft.

Its restrained sweetness lets the apples steal the limelight and is perfect for breakfast or as a snack.

CONS

This cake may not be ideal for people looking for extremely sweet cakes.
It contains less sweetener.

It may not stay fresh for a long time, so it should be consumed on the same day or within two days.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

The cake is a source of dietary fiber and natural sugar, which helps to maintain and support the body’s energy levels.
Its low-fat content helps reduce the risk of heart diseases and stroke.
Apples contain antioxidants and anti-inflammatory properties, which can help reduce various health complications like diabetes, obesity, and cancers.

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