Delia Smith Chunky Apple Cake

Delia Smith’s Chunky Apple Cake is made with Bramley apples, self-raising flour, light brown soft sugar, spreadable butter, eggs, mixed spice, ground cinnamon, and chopped mixed peel. This delicious Chunky Apple Cake recipe creates a tasty dessert that takes about 1 hour and 20 minutes to prepare and can serve up to 8 people.

Delia Smith Chunky Apple Cake Ingredients

• 225g (1 ¾ cups) self-raising flour
• 1 rounded teaspoon baking powder
• 1 level teaspoon mixed spice
• ½ level teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 3 Bramley apples (about 550g or 1 ¼ lbs)
• 2 large eggs, beaten
• 75g (¼ cup) spreadable butter
• 175g (¾ cup) light brown soft sugar
• Zest of 1 large orange
• 1 tablespoon chopped mixed peel
• 1 tablespoon milk (if needed)
• Icing sugar (for dusting)

How To Make Delia Smith Chunky Apple Cake

1. Preheat the Oven: Heat your oven to 180°C (350°F), gas mark 4.
2. Prepare the Flour: Sift the flour, baking powder, mixed spice, and cinnamon into a large bowl.
3. Prepare the Apples: Dice the apples (peel if you like). Toss them with 1 tablespoon of the flour mixture.
4. Make the Batter: In another bowl, mix the beaten eggs, butter, and sugar until smooth. Add the grated orange zest, mixed peel, and diced apples. If the batter is too dry, add 1 tablespoon of milk.
5. Bake: Spoon the batter into a prepared tin and smooth the top. Bake for about 1 hour, until the cake springs back when pressed and pulls away from the tin edges.
6. Cool and Serve: Let the cake cool in the tin for 10 minutes, then turn it out onto a wire rack. Dust with icing sugar before serving.

Recipe Tips

• Use Bramley Apples: Choose Bramley apples for the best taste and texture. They stay firm and add a nice tart flavor.
• Coat Apples in Flour: Toss the diced apples with a little of the flour mixture to stop them from sinking to the bottom of the cake.
• Adjust the Batter: If the batter seems too thick, add a bit of milk until it’s smooth and easy to spoon.
• Check the Cake: Insert a skewer into the middle of the cake. If it comes out clean, the cake is done. If it’s wet, bake a bit longer.

What To Serve With Chunky Apple Cake?

This delicious Chunky Apple Cake pairs well with vanilla ice cream, custard, whipped cream, or a dollop of Greek yogurt. It can also be enjoyed alongside a cup of tea, coffee, hot chocolate, or a glass of warm milk for a cozy dessert.

How To Store Leftovers Chunky Apple Cake?

• Refrigerate: Let the leftover Chunky Apple Cake cool to room temperature. Then, store it in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.
• Freeze: Cool the cake to room temperature, then wrap it tightly in plastic wrap and aluminum foil before freezing. It can be frozen for up to 3 months. To thaw, leave it in the fridge overnight or at room temperature for a few hours before serving.

How To Reheat Leftovers Chunky Apple Cake?

• In The Oven: Preheat your oven to 170°C (340°F). Place the cake on a baking sheet and cover it with foil. Heat for about 10-15 minutes until warmed through.
• In The Microwave: Slice the cake and place it on a microwave-safe plate. Heat on medium power for 30-60 seconds until warm.
• In The Air Fryer: Preheat the air fryer to 160°C (320°F). Place the cake slices in the basket and heat for 3-4 minutes until warmed through.

Delia Smith Chunky Apple Cake Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1 slice (assuming 8 servings)

• Calories: 340
• Total Fat: 13g
• Saturated Fat: 7g
• Cholesterol: 60mg
• Sodium: 80mg
• Potassium: 180mg
• Total Carbohydrate: 50g
• Dietary Fiber: 2g
• Sugars: 30g
• Protein: 3g

Try More Delia Smith Recipes:

• Delia Smith Greek Orange Cake
• Delia Smith Pancake Recipe
• Delia Smith Pineapple Upside Down Cake
• Delia Ginger Marmalade Recipe