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Ingredients and Preparation
Before diving into the baking process, it’s important to gather all the necessary ingredients and understand the steps involved in creating this masterpiece. Here’s what you’ll need:
Ingredients
– 2 cups of all-purpose flour
– 1 ½ teaspoons of baking powder
– ½ teaspoon of baking soda
– 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon
– ½ teaspoon of ground nutmeg
– ¼ teaspoon of salt
– 1 cup of unsalted butter, softened
– 1 cup of granulated sugar
– ½ cup of brown sugar, packed
– 3 large eggs
– 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
– 1 cup of sour cream
– 3 cups of peeled, cored, and thinly sliced apples (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp recommended)
The Preparation Process
Start by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C) and greasing a 9-inch springform pan. This will ensure that your cake bakes evenly and can be removed easily once it’s done. Next, in a medium-sized bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Set this dry mixture aside.
In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter with the granulated and brown sugars until the mixture is light and fluffy. This process is crucial as it incorporates air into the batter, helping the cake rise. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract for an extra layer of flavor.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the creamed mixture, alternating with the sour cream. Begin and end with the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix, as this could result in a dense cake. Finally, fold in the sliced apples, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the batter.
