Best 2 Moms Favorite Jewish Apple Cake Recipes

Indulge in the delightful flavors of Mom's Favorite Jewish Apple Cake, a classic dessert brimming with sweet, tangy apples and a hint of cinnamon. This traditional recipe, passed down through generations, offers a tender, moist crumb and a delectable streusel topping that adds a touch of crunch. With variations including a gluten-free option and a denser, more cake-like version, there's a perfect apple cake for every taste. Whether you're looking for a comforting treat to share with loved ones or a nostalgic reminder of home, these recipes will surely satisfy your cravings.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

MOM'S FAVORITE JEWISH APPLE CAKE

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I've been making this cake for over 30 years, and always get great compliments from it. Even my sweets-hating husband likes this one. I've been making it for my mother's birthday for years...it's her favorite. It's a dense cake with great flavor, so if you're looking for a light, fluffy cake, this is not for you!

Provided by Judy in Delaware

Time 2h35m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

5 tablespoons white sugar
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
5 medium apples - peeled, cored, and thinly sliced
3 cups all-purpose flour
2 cups white sugar
1 cup vegetable oil
½ cup orange juice
4 large eggs
3 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour a 10-inch tube pan.
Mix 5 tablespoons sugar and cinnamon together in a large bowl. Add apple slices and toss to coat.
Mix flour, 2 cups sugar, oil, orange juice, eggs, baking powder, salt, and vanilla extract together in another bowl and beat until smooth and thoroughly blended. Batter will be thick.
Place 1/2 of the batter in the prepared tube pan. Top with 1/2 of the apple slices. Add remaining batter to the pan, and neatly arrange remaining apple slices on top.
Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, about 1 hour and 15 minutes. Let cool in the pan for 1 hour. Run a table knife around the edges to loosen. Invert carefully onto a cooling rack to cool completely.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 484.5 calories, Carbohydrate 72.2 g, Cholesterol 62 mg, Fat 20.3 g, Fiber 2.5 g, Protein 5.6 g, SaturatedFat 3.4 g, Sodium 340.4 mg, Sugar 45.6 g

JEWISH APPLE CAKE I

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A delicious cake filled and topped with apples and cinnamon.

Provided by JBS BOX

Categories Desserts Fruit Dessert Recipes Apple Dessert Recipes

Yield 14

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

3 cups all-purpose flour
½ teaspoon salt
2 ½ teaspoons baking powder
2 cups white sugar
1 cup vegetable oil
4 eggs, beaten
¼ cup orange juice
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
3 apples - peeled, cored and sliced
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
5 teaspoons white sugar

Steps:

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour one 10 inch tube pan. Combine the ground cinnamon and 5 teaspoons of the sugar together and set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, salt, baking powder and 2 cups of the sugar. Stir in the vegetable oil, beaten eggs, orange juice and vanilla. Mix well.
Pour 1/2 of the batter into the prepared pan. Top with 1/2 of the sliced apples and sprinkle with 1/2 of the cinnamon sugar mixture. Pour the remaining batter over the top and layer the remaining sliced apples and cinnamon sugar.
Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 70 to 90 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 393.6 calories, Carbohydrate 55.7 g, Cholesterol 53.1 mg, Fat 17.5 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 4.7 g, SaturatedFat 2.5 g, Sodium 191.1 mg, Sugar 33.7 g

Tips:

Use a food processor or blender to quickly and easily mix the cake batter. This will also help to ensure that the batter is smooth and lump-free.
Don't overmix the batter. Overmixing can make the cake tough. Mix just until the ingredients are combined.
Use a combination of apples for a more complex flavor. Granny Smith apples are a good choice for their tartness, while Honeycrisp apples add sweetness. You can also use a mix of other apples, such as Braeburn, Pink Lady, or Gala.
Be sure to peel and core the apples before adding them to the batter. This will help to prevent the cake from becoming too dense.
Sprinkle the top of the cake with cinnamon sugar before baking. This will give the cake a delicious crunchy topping.
Serve the cake warm or at room temperature. It is also delicious served with a dollop of whipped cream or ice cream.

Conclusion:

This Jewish apple cake is a delicious and easy-to-make dessert that is perfect for any occasion. The cake is moist and flavorful, with a tender crumb and a sweet and tart filling. It is also a great way to use up any leftover apples you may have on hand.