Hairy Bikers Apple Cake Recipe
This Hairy Bikers Apple Cake Recipe is soft, moist and full of sweet apple flavor. It is a simple homemade cake that feels warm and comforting.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup butter softened
- 2 eggs
- 3 medium apples peeled and chopped
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon powder
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
Prepare the Apples
- Peel and chop the apples into small pieces. Keep them aside in a bowl. Fresh apples give the best flavor.
Mix Dry Ingredients
- In a bowl, mix flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon and salt. Stir well so everything is combined evenly.
Cream Butter and Sugar
- In another bowl, beat butter and sugar until light and fluffy. This makes the cake soft and airy.
Add Eggs and Vanilla
- Add eggs one by one and mix well. Then add vanilla extract and blend until smooth.
Combine Wet and Dry Mixture
- Slowly add dry ingredients into the wet mixture. Stir gently to avoid lumps.
Add Milk
- Pour in milk and mix until you get a smooth batter. Do not overmix.
Fold in Apples
- Add chopped apples into the batter. Mix gently so they are evenly spread.
Prepare Baking Tin
- Grease a baking tin with butter or oil. Pour the batter into the tin evenly.
Bake the Cake
- Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F). Bake for 40–45 minutes until golden brown.
Check and Cool
- Insert a toothpick in the center. If it comes out clean, the cake is ready. Let it cool before serving.
Notes
- Use tart apples for stronger flavor
- Add raisins for extra sweetness
- Sprinkle sugar on top before baking
- Add nutmeg for warm spice
- Serve with custard or cream
- Do not overmix batter