Irish Apple Cake with Custard Sauce for a Cozy Dessert
This Irish Apple Cake features tart apples and a warm custard sauce, creating a comforting dessert ready in just 1 hour.
This Irish Apple Cake combines tender apples with a rich custard sauce for a comforting dessert. It's a great blend of flavors and textures.
Why This Recipe Works
Apple Variety: Using tart apples enhances the cake's flavor, balancing sweetness with acidity.
Custard Sauce: The warm custard adds a creamy texture that complements the cake's moist crumb.
Baking Method: Baking at the right temperature ensures that the cake rises properly without drying out.
Chef's Pro Tip: Allow the cake to cool slightly before serving to let the flavors set and enhance the texture.
Prep Time
20 min
Cook Time
40 min
Total Time
60 min
Servings
Ingredients
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Directions
- 1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch cake pan.
- 2
In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- 3
In another bowl, cream the butter and sugar until fluffy, then add eggs and vanilla.
- 4
Gradually mix in the dry ingredients, followed by the chopped apples.
- 5
Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top.
- 6
Bake for 40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- 7
While the cake bakes, prepare the custard by heating milk and mixing cornstarch.
- 8
Once thickened, add vanilla and powdered sugar, stirring until smooth.
Nutrition Facts
Per serving
fat
14g
carbs
45g
fiber
2g
sodium
200mg
protein
5g
calories
320
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