Here’s a delightful recipe for apple cinnamon cake paired with a refreshing strawberry puree!
Ingredients:
For the Apple Cinnamon Cake:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup buttermilk (or milk with a splash of vinegar)
- 2 cups peeled and diced apples (about 2-3 medium apples)
For the Strawberry Puree:
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar (adjust to taste)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions:
1. Prepare the Apple Cinnamon Cake:
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×13-inch baking pan.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
- Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large bowl, cream the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
- Combine Wet and Dry: Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet mixture, alternating with the buttermilk. Mix until just combined. Gently fold in the diced apples.
- Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread it evenly. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Let it cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
2. Prepare the Strawberry Puree:
- Blend Strawberries: In a blender or food processor, combine the hulled strawberries, sugar, and lemon juice. Blend until smooth. Taste and adjust the sweetness if needed.
- Strain (Optional): If you prefer a smoother puree, you can strain it through a fine mesh sieve to remove the seeds.
3. Serve:
- Once the cake has cooled, slice it and serve with a drizzle of strawberry puree on top. You can also serve extra puree on the side!
Enjoy!
This apple cinnamon cake is moist and flavorful, and the strawberry puree adds a lovely, fruity contrast. Perfect for dessert or even a sweet breakfast treat!
