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Jamie Oliver Apple Cake

Jamie Oliver Apple Cake
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Jamie Oliver’s apple cake is a soft sponge cake made with fresh apples folded into a lightly sweet batter, often flavored with warm spices and baked until golden.

Ingredients

Scale

    • 200g plain flour

    • 150g sugar

    • 2 eggs

    • 100g butter (melted) or oil

    • 100ml milk

    • 2–3 apples (peeled and chopped or sliced)

    • 1 teaspoon baking powder

    • 1 teaspoon cinnamon

    • Pinch of salt

Optional additions:

    • Vanilla extract

    • Chopped nuts (walnuts or almonds)

    • Brown sugar topping

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat the Oven and Prepare the Tin

Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). Grease and line a cake tin to prevent sticking and ensure easy removal after baking.

Step 2: Mix Dry Ingredients Evenly

In a bowl, combine flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt. Mixing these first ensures even distribution of the leavening and spices.

Step 3: Whisk Wet Ingredients

In another bowl, whisk eggs and sugar until slightly pale. Add melted butter (or oil) and milk, mixing until smooth and well combined.

Step 4: Combine Wet and Dry Mixtures

Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet mixture. Stir gently until just combined—avoid overmixing to keep the cake light.

Step 5: Add the Apples

Fold in the chopped or sliced apples. Make sure they are evenly distributed throughout the batter for consistent texture and flavor.

Step 6: Transfer to the Tin

Pour the batter into the prepared tin and level the top. You can arrange a few apple slices on top for a decorative finish.

Step 7: Bake the Cake

Bake for 35–45 minutes until golden on top and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. The cake should feel firm but still soft.

Step 8: Cool Before Serving

Allow the cake to cool in the tin for a few minutes before transferring to a rack. Cooling helps the structure set properly.

Find it online: https://jamieolivereats.uk/apple-cake/