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The best extra moist apple cake<\/p><\/div>\n

Moist and very tall apple cake<\/strong><\/span><\/div>\n

Ah, apple cake<\/strong>! Often considered a rustic dessert, it remains one of the most delicious and beloved cakes. It\u2019s also a classic grandma\u2019s cake: simple, budget-friendly, and always a success, just like the yogurt cake<\/a>. These are actually the first two cakes I learned to make at a very young age.<\/p>\n

After several attempts, here is my best recipe for a moist and very tall apple cake. Each bite melts in your mouth, it\u2019s easy to prepare, and perfect for any occasion.<\/p>\n

The apple pieces, well distributed in the batter, not only add moisture but also give a texture reminiscent of an apple pie. The result is a generous, airy, and flavorful cake.<\/p>\n

This melt-in-your-mouth apple cake is ideal for breakfast, a snack, or even dessert. Served with custard<\/a>, it\u2019s a real treat!<\/p>\n

The amount of apples depends on your taste: I like to put enough so that there\u2019s some in every slice, without overpowering the crumb. If you add more, the cake will be moister, but just as delicious. <\/p>\n

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Apple cake before baking<\/p><\/div>\n

Tips and Tricks for a Successful Apple Cake<\/h2>\n

1. For a very tall cake<\/h3>\n

The secret is simple: have the right recipe and use a small 7 inches \u00d7 4 inches (18 cm \u00d7 10 cm) cake pan. The size of the cake pan determines the height of the cake. If you pour the same amount of batter into a wider cake pan, the cake will inevitably be shorter. <\/p>\n

Tip:<\/strong> the batter should always fill 3\/4 of the cake pan before baking.<\/p>\n

I often use a 9 inches \u00d7 3 inches (22 cm \u00d7 8 cm) cake pan, but for the Christmas season, I wanted to make this apple cake very tall, like a panettone.<\/p>\n

2. For a very moist cake<\/h3>\n

I prefer to use oil, because even though butter adds flavor, it makes the crumb denser and solidifies as it cools. With oil, the cake is airier, stays moist longer, and keeps its soft, tender texture.<\/p>\n

After comparing, especially with banana bread and yogurt cake, the result is clear: in addition to being moister, oil-based cakes rise better.<\/p>\n

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3. How to flavor it<\/h3>\n

You can replace vanilla sugar with vanilla extract.<\/p>\n

Before baking, sprinkle the apples with brown sugar alone, or with a brown sugar + cinnamon mixture to caramelize them and enhance their flavor.<\/p>\n

You can also replace all or part of the yogurt (125 ml \/ 4.4 oz) with orange juice or a little lemon juice.<\/p>\n

If you like, add a pinch of gingerbread spices or some lemon or orange zest. A small amount is enough, as these flavors pair perfectly with apples.<\/p>\n

Personally, I especially enjoy the combination of cinnamon and lemon with apples. <\/p>\n

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4. Achieving perfect baking<\/h3>\n

Apple cake<\/strong>, like most loaf cakes, is not as finicky as macarons and turns out perfectly every time. Baking proceeds normally, and there\u2019s no need to worry about opening the oven to check.<\/p>\n

The best way to tell if the cake is done is to wait until it has risen well and is golden brown on the outside, then insert a skewer into the center, it should come out clean. Unlike molly cake or genoise sponge, which require low-temperature baking at 150\u202f\u00b0C (300\u202f\u00b0F) for a long time if tall, apple cake bakes perfectly at 180\u202f\u00b0C (350\u202f\u00b0F), even when very tall.<\/p>\n

Baking time will depend on the cake pan used. For a 7 inches \u00d7 4 inches (18 cm \u00d7 10 cm) pan, the cake will take approximately 1 hour 30 minutes. Check for doneness toward the end. The wider and shallower the pan, the shorter the baking time. <\/p>\n

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Video Recipe<\/h2>\n