Are you a fan of Italian desserts? If yes, you must try the Italian apple cake recipe by Nigella. This cake is perfect for any occasion, whether it's a birthday, anniversary, or just a casual dinner. The cake is easy to make and requires only a few ingredients. So, without wasting any time, let's get started.
Ingredients
For this recipe, you will need the following ingredients:
- 4 medium-sized apples
- 175 grams of unsalted butter
- 150 grams of caster sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 200 grams of plain flour
- 1 teaspoon of baking powder
- 3 tablespoons of milk
- 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
- A pinch of salt
Instructions
Follow these easy steps to make the Italian apple cake:
- Preheat the oven to 180??C (160??C fan)/ 350??F/ gas mark 4. Grease a 20cm/8in round cake tin with butter and dust it with flour.
- Peel the apples and cut them into small cubes. Set aside.
- In a mixing bowl, cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs, one at a time, and mix well.
- Sift the flour, baking powder, and salt into the mixture and fold it in gently.
- Add the milk and vanilla extract and mix well.
- Finally, fold in the cubed apples.
- Pour the batter into the prepared cake tin and spread it evenly.
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 40-45 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool in the tin for 10 minutes.
- Transfer the cake onto a wire rack and let it cool completely.
- Dust the cake with icing sugar before serving.
Tips
Here are some tips to help you make the perfect Italian apple cake:
- Use ripe but firm apples for this recipe.
- Cut the apples into small cubes so that they cook evenly.
- Don't overmix the batter, or the cake will become tough.
- Don't open the oven door while the cake is baking, or it may not rise properly.
- Let the cake cool completely before slicing it.
Variations
If you want to add some extra flavor to the cake, you can try these variations:
- Add a teaspoon of cinnamon to the batter.
- Replace the apples with pears or peaches.
- Add a handful of chopped walnuts or pecans to the batter.
- Serve the cake warm with a dollop of whipped cream or ice cream.
Conclusion
The Italian apple cake by Nigella is a delicious and easy-to-make dessert that everyone will love. With its moist and fluffy texture and juicy apple chunks, this cake is perfect for any occasion. So, why not try this recipe today and impress your family and friends with your baking skills?
