Jamie Oliver Apple and Cinnamon Cake
Jamie Oliver’s Apple and Cinnamon Cake is a spiced apple cake made with fresh apples and cinnamon, giving it a warm and slightly spicy flavor. The apples make the cake wonderfully moist, while the cinnamon adds a cozy touch. This cake is often topped with a sprinkle of powdered sugar or a simple glaze, making it ideal for dessert, tea time, or even breakfast.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 45
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: 8 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: British
Ingredients
For the Cake
- 200g self-raising flour – Adds structure and helps the cake rise.
- 1 tsp baking powder – Gives the cake a light, fluffy texture.
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon – Adds warmth and spice to the cake.
- 150g caster sugar – Sweetens the cake and balances the tartness of the apples.
- 100g butter (softened) – Adds moisture and richness to the cake.
- 2 large eggs – Binds the ingredients and adds structure.
- 2–3 medium apples (peeled, cored, and diced) – Adds natural sweetness and texture.
- 1 tsp vanilla extract – Enhances the flavor.
- 2 tbsp milk – Helps achieve a smooth batter consistency.
Optional Topping
- Icing sugar – For a light dusting on top.
- Cinnamon sugar – For extra sweetness and spice.
Instructions
Step 1: Preheat the Oven and Prepare the Tin
Preheat your oven to 180°C (160°C fan) or 350°F. Grease a 20cm round cake tin and line the bottom with parchment paper for easy removal.
Step 2: Mix the Dry Ingredients
In a mixing bowl, sift together the self-raising flour, baking powder, and ground cinnamon. Set aside.
Step 3: Cream the Butter and Sugar
In a separate bowl, cream the softened butter and caster sugar together using an electric mixer or whisk until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
Step 4: Add the Eggs and Vanilla
Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract to enhance the flavor of the cake.
Step 5: Fold in the Dry Ingredients
Gently fold the flour mixture into the wet mixture until just combined. Add the milk to achieve a smooth, soft batter.
Step 6: Add the Apples
Fold the diced apples into the batter, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the mixture.
Step 7: Pour into the Tin and Smooth the Top
Pour the batter into the prepared cake tin and smooth the top with a spatula.
Step 8: Bake the Cake
Bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes, or until a skewer inserted into the center comes out clean. The top should be golden brown and the cake should feel springy to the touch.
Step 9: Cool the Cake
Allow the cake to cool in the tin for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Step 10: Dust with Icing Sugar (Optional)
Once the cake is completely cool, dust the top with icing sugar or cinnamon sugar for a decorative touch.