Apple crumble is popular in the United States and right here in South Africa; do you share our enthusiasm for it? However, in this part of the world, apple crumble is not only a wintertime treat. The apple pie filling and topping are replicated in our apple spice cake. Each slice is soft and lightly spiced with cinnamon; it goes well with a hot beverage. The whole family will love it, for sure.
Apple spice cake tips
You’ll need a deep dish for a taller slice of this recipe, since it’s more like a cake than a tart, but you may still choose to create a shorter pie if that’s what you prefer. If your layer is very thin, reduce the baking time. If you want even more Holiday flavour, you may add allspice or another spice to the mix. Indulge in the perfect hot/cold contrast with every mouthful of your spice cake by serving it with a mountain of whipped cream or a bowl of ice cream.
Instead of making a traditional apple crumble, try making this crustless apple spice cake instead. It’s great for sharing during tea time with guests on the weekend or as a dessert.
Apple spice cake recipe
Course: Tea Time, Dessert
Cuisine: Global
Difficulty: Easy
Servings: 8 servings
Prep time: 20 minutes
Baking Time: 50 minutes
Total time: 1 hour 10 minutes
Ingredients
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2 cups sliced apples
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½ cup brown sugar
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1 cup white sugar
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110g butter
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2 eggs, beaten
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2-4 tsp ground cinnamon
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2 tsp bicarb
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1 cup sour cream
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2¼ cups flour
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mixed nuts, chopped
Topping
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½ cup brown sugar
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½ cup white sugar
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½ tsp ground cinnamon
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½ cup chopped nuts
Method
- Combine shortening, sugar, eggs, pinch of salt, spice and blend until fluffy.
- Add bi-carb to the sour cream and add creamed mixture and with flour.
- When all is combined, add the apples.
- Pour into a round baking pan. Add the combined toppings.
- Bake in preheated 180°C oven for 45-50 minutes.
- Serve with whipped cream.