Ingredients:
- For the Cake:
- 1 cup (120g) almond flour
- 1 cup (125g) all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup (100g) brown sugar
- 1/2 cup (115g) unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup (120ml) milk
- 2 medium apples, peeled, cored, and diced
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon (optional)
- For the Topping:
- Sliced almonds (for garnish)
- Powdered sugar (for dusting, optional)
Instructions:
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, combine almond flour, all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon (if using). Mix well and set aside.
- Cream Butter and Sugars: In a large bowl, beat the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy. This should take about 3-4 minutes.
- Add Eggs and Vanilla: Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
- Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet mixture, alternating with milk. Mix until just combined.
- Fold in Apples: Gently fold in the diced apples until evenly distributed in the batter.
- Transfer to Pan: Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan. Smooth the top with a spatula and sprinkle sliced almonds on top.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely. Dust with powdered sugar before serving, if desired.
Enjoy your homemade Almond Apple Cake! It pairs wonderfully with a cup of tea or coffee.