Swedish Apple Cake

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Why You’ll Love This Recipe

  1. Simple & Rustic : No need for frosting or elaborate decorations—this cake shines with its natural flavors and charm.
  2. Warm Spices : Cinnamon and cardamom add a cozy, aromatic touch that pairs beautifully with the apples.
  3. Versatile : Serve it warm with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream, or enjoy it plain for breakfast or snack time.
  4. Quick & Easy : Ready in under an hour with pantry staples and fresh apples.
  5. Kid-Friendly : The sweetness and soft texture make it a hit with kids and adults alike.

Ingredients You’ll Need

Serves 8–10

For the Cake:

  • 3 medium apples (such as Granny Smith, Honeycrisp, or Braeburn), peeled, cored, and thinly sliced
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp ground cardamom (optional, but adds authentic Swedish flair)
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter , melted and cooled
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs , lightly beaten
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup plain yogurt or sour cream

For the Topping:

  • 2 tbsp granulated sugar
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon

Step-by-Step Instruction

Step 1: Preheat the Oven

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) . Grease a 9-inch round or square baking pan and line it with parchment paper for easy removal.

Step 2: Prepare the Apples

  1. Peel, core, and thinly slice the apples. Set aside.

Step 3: Make the Batter

  1. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and cardamom.
  2. In a separate bowl, whisk together the melted butter, sugar, eggs, vanilla extract, and yogurt (or sour cream) until smooth.
  3. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring just until combined. The batter will be thick but spreadable.

Step 4: Assemble the Cake

  1. Spread half of the batter evenly into the prepared pan.
  2. Arrange half of the apple slices in a single layer over the batter.
  3. Dollop the remaining batter on top and gently spread it to cover the apples.
  4. Arrange the remaining apple slices in a decorative pattern on top (e.g., circular or layered).

Step 5: Add the Topping

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