Gluten-free Irish apple cake

Irish Apple Cake is a traditional Irish specialty, as apples are widely used in Ireland. In the past, this rustic cake was baked directly over open fires in fireplaces, filling Irish homes with a delicious aroma. Even today, this dessert remains a classic, especially popular on St. Patrick's or simply as an afternoon treat.

This cake showcases apples , a fruit that holds an important place in Ireland and has been cultivated for centuries. The cake's crust is slightly crispy, but it retains a moist interior, which should still be thoroughly baked (remember to check for doneness with the tip of a knife).

In this 100% gluten-free , I use a blend of rice flour and almond flour to maintain a light and airy texture. The finishing touch? A thin layer of sugar and cinnamon sprinkled on top before baking, which caramelizes slightly for an even more indulgent result.

You can serve it warm with homemade custard , whipped cream , or simply plain. Irish Apple Cake is a recipe you absolutely must try for a delicious, Celtic-inspired treat! 🍏🍀

Preparation time: 15 minutes

Cooking time 40 minutes

Total time 55 minutes

Cooking method: Cook Expert , Traditional

Difficulty: Beginner

Servings: 6

Special diet: suitable for gluten-free diet

Ingredients

For the cake

150g of rice flour
50g of almond flour
1 tsp gluten-free baking powder
1/2 tsp baking soda
1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
1/4 tsp grated nutmeg
100 g cold butter cut into cubes
100g of cane sugar
2 eggs
120 ml of fermented milk (or milk + 1 tsp of white vinegar, cider or lemon)
3 apples (Golden Delicious or Granny Smith)

For the crust

1 tablespoon of cane sugar
½ tsp of cinnamon

Preparation

1
Preheat the oven to 180°C and grease a cake tin.
2
Mix the dry ingredients: in a bowl, sift together the rice flour, almond flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon and nutmeg.
3
Add the butter, incorporating it with your fingertips until you obtain a sandy texture.
4
Incorporate the sugar, then the lightly beaten eggs and the buttermilk. Mix until you obtain a smooth batter.
5
Add the apples, distributing them evenly in the dough.
6
Pour the batter into the mold and smooth the surface.
7
Sprinkle the sugar and cinnamon mixture on top.
8
Bake for 40 to 45 minutes until a knife inserted into the center comes out clean.
9
Allow to cool before enjoying with custard or fresh cream, or simply plain.

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