Classic Irish Apple Cake with Warm Custard Sauce

Name: Classic Irish Apple Cake with Warm Custard Sauce
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 50 min
Total time: 70 min
Yield: 8 servings
Cuisine: Deutsch
Ingredients: 200g All-purpose flour; 1 tsp Baking powder; 0.5 tsp Baking soda; 0.5 tsp Ground cinnamon; 0.25 tsp Ground nutmeg; 0.25 tsp Salt; 115g Unsalted butter, softened; 150g Granulated sugar; 2 large Eggs; 120ml Buttermilk (or milk + 1 tsp lemon juice/vinegar); 3 medium Baking apples (e.g., Gala, Honeycrisp), peeled, cored, and diced; For Custard Sauce:; 3 large Egg yolks; 50g Granulated sugar; 2 tbsp Cornstarch; 480ml Whole milk; 1 tsp Vanilla extract; Pinch Salt

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This traditional Irish Apple Cake is a delightful dessert, marrying the comforting flavors of cinnamon-spiced apples with a tender, buttery cake crumb. It's simple yet elegant, featuring a generous amount of fresh apples that keep the cake wonderfully moist. Served warm with a velvety, homemade vanilla custard sauce, it becomes an irresistible treat, perfect for any gathering or a cozy evening.

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Classic Irish Apple Cake with Warm Custard Sauce

Prep Time20 min

Cook Time50 min

Servings8 servings

DifficultyMedium

Equipment

8-inch round cake panElectric mixerLarge and medium bowlsWhiskMedium saucepanWire rack

Instructions

1
Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F). Grease and flour an 8-inch round cake pan. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
2
In a large bowl, cream softened butter and granulated sugar with an electric mixer until light and fluffy. Beat in eggs one at a time, ensuring each is fully incorporated before adding the next. Gradually add buttermilk and the dry ingredients, alternating in 2-3 additions, mixing until just combined. Fold in the diced apples.
3
Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and spread evenly. Bake for 40-50 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean. Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes before inverting onto a wire rack to cool completely.
4
While the cake bakes or cools, prepare the custard sauce. In a medium saucepan, whisk together egg yolks, sugar, cornstarch, and a pinch of salt until smooth. Gradually whisk in the milk until well combined.
5
Place the saucepan over medium heat, stirring constantly with a whisk or wooden spoon. Cook until the mixture thickens enough to coat the back of a spoon, about 8-10 minutes. Do not boil. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract.
6
Serve slices of warm or room-temperature apple cake generously drizzled with the warm vanilla custard sauce. Dust with a little extra cinnamon if desired.

Nutrition

Calories420 kcal

Protein7g

Fat18g

Carbohydrates

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use different types of apples?

Yes, firm, tart-sweet apples like Gala, Honeycrisp, Fuji, or Granny Smith work best for baking. Avoid overly soft apples that might turn mushy.

How can I make my own buttermilk?

If you don't have buttermilk, you can make a substitute by adding 1 tablespoon of lemon juice or white vinegar to regular milk (any fat percentage) and letting it sit for 5-10 minutes until it slightly curdles. Then use it as directed.

How do I prevent the custard from becoming lumpy?

The key to smooth custard is constant stirring over medium heat and ensuring you whisk the egg yolks, sugar, and cornstarch thoroughly before adding the milk. If lumps do form, you can press the custard through a fine-mesh sieve.

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Leckere Rezepte

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