Ingredients:
For the sponge cake:
– 200g of unsalted butter, softened
– 200g of caster sugar
– 4 eggs, at room temperature
– 200g of self-raising flour
– 2 tsp of baking powder
– 2 tbsp of milk
– 1 tsp of vanilla extract
For the apple filling:
– 4 apples (Granny Smith or Golden Delicious), peeled and thinly sliced
– 50g of unsalted butter
– 75g of caster sugar
– 1 tsp of ground cinnamon
Instructions:
1. Preheat your oven to 180°C/350°F/gas mark 4. Grease a 23cm/9-inch round springform cake tin and line the base with baking paper.
2. Start by making the sponge cake. In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until it becomes light and fluffy. Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition.
3. Sift in the flour and baking powder, and fold it into the mixture with a spatula. Add the milk and vanilla extract and stir again until everything is well combined.
4. Pour the mixture into the prepared tin, and smooth out the top with a spatula.
5. Now it’s time to make the apple filling. In a frying pan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the sliced apples, sugar, and cinnamon and cook until the apples have softened slightly but are still holding their shape.
6. Spoon the apple filling over the top of the cake mixture in the tin, ensuring that it is evenly distributed.
7. Bake the cake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes or until a skewer inserted into the centre comes out clean.
8. Remove the cake from the oven, and leave it to cool in the tin for 10-15 minutes. Then, remove it from the tin and transfer it onto a wire rack to cool completely.
9. Once the cake has cooled, sprinkle it with a generous amount of cinnamon and sugar. You could also add a dollop of whipped cream or custard if desired.
Viennese Apple Cake is perfect for serving on its own or with a cup of tea or . It is also a great dessert to make for special occasions like birthdays, parties, or family gatherings. This cake can be stored in an airtight container for up to three days, but it is best served fresh.
In conclusion, this Viennese Apple Cake recipe is a classic and easy to make dessert that will impress your guests. Its combination of delicate sponge cake and juicy apple filling make it a crowd-pleaser. So, go ahead and try this recipe and experience the taste of Austria in your own kitchen!