Custard and Apple Teacake

May 30, 2023May 30, 20230 13
Enjoy a slice of heaven with Custard and Apple Teacake
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Prep

20 min

Cook

60 min

Ready In

80 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

150 g butter , softened
3/4 cup caster sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 eggs , at room temperature
2 1/2 cups self-raising flour , sifted
1 1/2 cups milk
400 g pie apples or 1 large grated apple
300 ml thick vanilla custard
1/3 cup desiccated coconut

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
10
Calories
454
Sugar
31g
Fat
22g
Custard and Apple Teacake is a classic dessert that has been enjoyed by generations of Australians. This cake is the perfect combination of soft sponge, juicy apples and smooth custard, making it a real crowd-pleaser. This dessert is easy to make and can be enjoyed warm or at room temperature. Custard and Apple Teacake is perfect for an afternoon tea with friends and family or as an impressive dessert to share at any special occasion. This cake is delicious on its own or served with a dollop of whipped cream or ice cream.

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 180C. Grease a 20cm round cake tin.
2.Using an electric mixer, beat butter, sugar and vanilla until light and creamy.
3.Gradually beat in eggs, one at a time, until well combined.
4.Fold in sifted flour, alternating with milk, in two batches.
5.Spread half of the cake mixture over the base of the prepared tin.
6.Top with the apples and custard, then spread the remaining cake mixture over the top.
7.Sprinkle with coconut.
8.Bake for 50-60 minutes or until a skewer inserted at the centre comes out clean.

PROS

Custard and Apple Teacake is a show-stopping dessert that is easy to make and perfect for any occasion.

This cake is soft, fluffy and bursting with apple and custard flavors.

The desiccated coconut adds extra texture and a subtle nutty flavor to the cake.

CONS

Custard and Apple Teacake is a high-calorie dessert that should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

This cake also contains a substantial amount of sugar and fat, making it unsuitable for those with dietary restrictions or health concerns.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While Custard and Apple Teacake is not a health food, apples are high in dietary fiber, which is important for digestive health.
Apples also contain antioxidants that may help reduce the risk of chronic diseases like heart disease, diabetes and cancer.
Moderate consumption of desserts like Custard and Apple Teacake can be part of a balanced diet, provided you do so in moderation.

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