James Martin Apple Cake

This easy James Martin Apple Cake is a deliciously moist and fruity treat perfect for any occasion. Made with fresh apples and a simple cream filling, this cake is both comforting and impressive. The sweet apple glaze on top adds the perfect finishing touch, making it a delightful dessert everyone will love.

Ingredients Needed

• 250g (1 cup) butter, softened
• 250g (1 1/4 cups) caster sugar
• 5 eggs
• 250g (2 cups) self-raising flour
• 1 apple, cored and grated
• 1 apple, thinly sliced

For the Icing:

• 100ml (1/3 cup + 1 tbsp) apple juice
• 400g (3 1/4 cups) icing sugar, sifted

For the Filling:

• 500ml (2 cups) double cream, whipped to soft peaks

How To Make Apple Cake

1. Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 170°C (340°F).
2. Prepare the cake batter: In an electric mixer fitted with a K beater, mix the butter and sugar until pale and white. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Fold in the self-raising flour and grated apples.
3. Prepare the cake tin: Grease and line a 23cm (9-inch) round cake tin. Spoon the cake batter into the tin, then top with the thinly sliced apples. Bake in the preheated oven for 40 minutes or until a skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
4. Cool the cake: Remove the cake from the oven and allow it to cool completely. Once cooled, split the cake in half horizontally.
5. Make the icing: In a small bowl, whisk together the apple juice and sifted icing sugar until smooth. Drizzle the icing over the top of the cake.
6. Fill the cake: Whip the double cream to soft peaks and spread it between the two layers of cake.

Recipe Tips

• Use room-temperature butter and eggs: Make sure your butter and eggs are at room temperature for a smoother batter and better cake texture.
• Don’t overmix the batter: Mix the ingredients just until combined to keep the cake light and fluffy. Overmixing can make it dense.
• Grate apples just before adding them: To prevent the grated apples from turning brown, grate them just before adding them to the batter.
• Top with extra apple slices: For an extra touch of flavor and visual appeal, layer some additional apple slices on top of the cake before baking.
• Let the cake cool completely: Let the cake cool fully before icing or slicing to avoid the icing melting and to ensure clean slices.

How To Store Leftovers?

• Refrigerate: Let the leftover apple cake cool to room temperature before storing it in an airtight container in the fridge. It will stay fresh for up to 3 days.
• Freeze: To freeze, wrap the cake slices tightly in plastic wrap or foil, then place them in a freezer bag or airtight container. It will keep for up to 2 months. To serve, let the cake thaw in the fridge overnight or at room temperature for a few hours before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1 slice (1/8 of the cake, approximately 90 grams)

• Calories: 137
• Total Fat: 1.2g
• Saturated Fat: 0.4g
• Cholesterol: 40mg
• Sodium: 18mg
• Potassium: 131mg
• Total Carbohydrate: 28.6g
• Dietary Fiber: 1.6g
• Sugars: 16.9g
• Protein: 3g

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• James Martin Double Chocolate Brownies
• James Martin Bubble And Squeak
• James Martin Roast Leg Of Lamb
• James Martin Meat And Potato Pie