Super Easy Fluffy Apple Cake With Whipped Cream Recipe

Do you want a super-easy apple cake recipe that will satisfy you?

Then you are in the right place. I will show you how to make this happen without much fuss.

My fluffy apple cake with whipped cream recipe is beginner-friendly, with simple ingredients and non-complicated preparation steps. 

Let’s get right into it.

Apple Cake With Whipped Cream Recipe

Ingredients:

• 3 – 4 medium apples (Gala or Fuji)
• Juice of 1 lemon
• 3 large eggs
• 200g (1 cup) granulated sugar
• 120g (1/2 cup) unsalted butter, softened
• 180g (1½ cups) all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp baking powder
• Whipped cream, for topping (optional)
• Pinch of salt

Easy Step-by-Step:

Step 1: Prep the apples

The first thing is to peel, core, and thinly slice the apples. 

Afterwards, place the apple slices in a bowl and drizzle with freshly squeezed lemon juice. 

Toss gently for everything to coat properly. This prevents browning. 

Step 2: Make the batter

Crack the egg in a large mixing bowl and add sugar.

Beat with a hand mixer until the mixture is pale, thick and doubled in volume.

The next step is to add softened butter and mix everything again until it is smooth.

Afterwards, sift in the flour and baking powder. Also, add a pinch of salt.

Fold everything gently with a spatula until it is combined. 

Step 3: Assemble the cake

Grease or line a round cake pan. Pour in half of the batter and spread everything evenly. 

Layer the batter with half of the sliced apples.

Add the remaining batter.

Top with the rest of the apple slices, let them slightly overlap in a circular pattern.

Step 4: Bake

Preheat the oven to 175°C (350°F).

Bake the cake for 45-55 minutes or until the dough is golden and a toothpick that’s inserted in the center comes out clean.

Step 5: Cool and top

After bringing it out of the oven, let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes.

Transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Top with swirls of whipped cream before serving.

Choose the best Apples, this is important!

You need to understand that not all apples bake the same way. This is why it is important to choose the best apples. 

Here is my suggestion:

• Choose firm, sweet-tart varieties. For recommendation purposes, I will suggest varieties like Gala, Fuji, or Honeycrisp. This gives the perfect soft-but-not-mushy texture.
• Mealy apples, like red delicious, should be avoided. They tend to lose their shape after getting heated in the oven. 

Ensure you keep this in mind. It’s IMPORTANT to the success of your cake.

Can I Use Oil Instead Of Butter?

Yes, you can use oil instead of butter. If you have neutral vegetable oil, it’s okay to swap it for butter. 

Also, light olive oil is another good pick. The perfect measurement is (120g or ½ cup).

However, the cake will be slightly moister and might be a bit less rich compared to when using butter. But it’s still going to be delicious and satisfying. 

There is no better time to enjoy this classic dessert than during autumn. It brings seasonal flavors into your home while satisfying your sweet tooth. Apple cake with whipped cream isn’t just special, but also a classic delight. 

With this simple recipe guide, you would make this cake over and over again. 

What’s next? Well, get into the kitchen and start baking this delicious wonder!

Don’t forget to drop your thoughts, as I will be reading them all.

Have fun cooking!