Ingredients:
- For the Cake:
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 2 large apples, peeled, cored, and thinly sliced (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp work well)
- For the Cream Layer:
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- For the Topping:
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Instructions:
- Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease and flour a 9-inch round springform pan.
- Prepare the Cake Batter:
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In a large bowl, beat the softened butter and sugar together until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
- Stir in the vanilla extract.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the sour cream, and mix until just combined.
- Layer the Cake:
- Spread half of the cake batter evenly in the prepared pan.
- Arrange a layer of sliced apples over the batter.
- Spread the remaining batter over the apples.
- Prepare the Cream Layer:
- In a small bowl, whisk together the heavy cream, sugar, and vanilla extract.
- Pour this cream mixture evenly over the top layer of cake batter.
- Add the Topping:
- In a small bowl, mix together the melted butter, sugar, and cinnamon.
- Drizzle or brush this mixture over the top of the cream layer.
- Bake the Cake:
- Bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- If the top begins to brown too quickly, cover the cake loosely with foil.
- Cool and Serve:
- Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10-15 minutes before removing the springform ring.
- Serve the cake warm or at room temperature, optionally with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream.
This Apple Cream Cake is a delightful combination of tender cake, fresh apples, and a creamy, cinnamon-scented topping. Perfect for dessert or even a special breakfast treat! Enjoy!