Best 4 Aunt Lydias Apple Cake Recipes
Aunt Lydia's apple cake is a classic dessert that has been enjoyed for generations. This moist and flavorful cake is made with a combination of apples, spices, and a sweet cake batter. It is often served warm with a scoop of ice cream or dollop of whipped cream. Whether you are looking for a special treat to share with friends and family or a comforting dessert to enjoy on a cold day, Aunt Lydia's apple cake is sure to hit the spot.
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AUNT MARY'S APPLE CAKE
My friend Robin's Aunt Mary, both of whose parents were born in Hungary, was a legendary cook. This is one of her cakes--a very moist and delightful cake.
Provided by Chef Kate
Categories Dessert
Time 1h10m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat over to 350 degrees F.
- Sprinkle apples with sugar and let stand.
- Mix beaten egg and butter.
- Sift in flour, soda, salt and cinnamon and mix very well.
- Fold into apples and make sure the apples are well and evenly coated.
- Mix in raisins and, if desired, nuts.
- Note: we use raisins which have been soaked in bourbon.
- Note 2: If using regular raisins, make sure you plump them in warm water or rum or the like, then drain before adding.
- Place in a buttered 8" x 8" square baking dish or in a buttered bundt pan and bake for about 50 minutes.
- Cool briefly on rack in pan; turn out of the pan and allow to cool to room temperature on a rack.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 340.7, Fat 12.4, SaturatedFat 7.5, Cholesterol 53.8, Sodium 460.6, Carbohydrate 55.7, Fiber 2, Sugar 34.5, Protein 3.7
AUNT LOU'S FRESH APPLE CAKE
My Great-Aunt Lou made a luscious fresh apple cake recipe that became a family tradition. My mom makes it for our annual beach trip to the Outer Banks. -Cristy King, Scott Depot, West Virginia
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 1h5m
Yield 12 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°. Grease and flour a 10-in. fluted tube pan., In a large bowl, beat sugar, oil, eggs and vanilla until well blended. In another bowl, whisk flour, salt and baking powder; gradually beat into oil mixture. Stir in apples. Transfer batter to prepared pan., Bake until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean, 50-60 minutes. Cool in pan 10 minutes. Run a knife around sides and center tube of pan. Remove cake to a wire rack to cool completely. Dust with confectioners' sugar.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 445 calories, Fat 20g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 47mg cholesterol, Sodium 249mg sodium, Carbohydrate 62g carbohydrate (37g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 5g protein.
AUNT LYDIA'S APPLE CAKE
This recipe was originated by my aunt about 60 years ago. It can be served for a breakfast treat or for dinner with a scoop of ice cream. It took many years before she released this absolutely delicious cake recipe.
Provided by Mae McClure
Categories Apple Desserts
Yield 24
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Sift flour and salt together into a medium bowl. Cut in butter as for pie crust to pea sized pieces. Set aside.
- Put warm water and 1 teaspoon sugar in a large bowl. Add yeast. Let dissolve. Add slightly beaten egg yolks to yeast mixture.
- Add flour mixture and gently mix until mixture forms a ball. Divide in half. Use one-half for bottom and one-half for top crust. Roll out one crust to fit a 9x13 inch ungreased pan. Sprinkle tapioca over dough.
- Fill with sliced apples, piled high. Sprinkle with mixture of 3/4 cup sugar and 1 teaspoon cinnamon.
- Roll top crust to fit pan. Put top over apples, seal in around pan, tucking top under (do not flute). Do not prick.
- Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 45 minutes. While still slightly warm, frost with butter frosting.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 166.7 calories, Carbohydrate 22.6 g, Cholesterol 37.4 mg, Fat 8.2 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 1.6 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, Sodium 152.9 mg, Sugar 10.6 g
AUNT LYDIA'S APPLE CAKE
This recipe was originated by my aunt about 60 years ago. It can be served for a breakfast treat or for dinner with a scoop of ice cream. It took many years before she released this absolutely delicious cake recipe.
Provided by Mae McClure
Categories Apple Desserts
Yield 24
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Sift flour and salt together into a medium bowl. Cut in butter as for pie crust to pea sized pieces. Set aside.
- Put warm water and 1 teaspoon sugar in a large bowl. Add yeast. Let dissolve. Add slightly beaten egg yolks to yeast mixture.
- Add flour mixture and gently mix until mixture forms a ball. Divide in half. Use one-half for bottom and one-half for top crust. Roll out one crust to fit a 9x13 inch ungreased pan. Sprinkle tapioca over dough.
- Fill with sliced apples, piled high. Sprinkle with mixture of 3/4 cup sugar and 1 teaspoon cinnamon.
- Roll top crust to fit pan. Put top over apples, seal in around pan, tucking top under (do not flute). Do not prick.
- Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 45 minutes. While still slightly warm, frost with butter frosting.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 166.7 calories, Carbohydrate 22.6 g, Cholesterol 37.4 mg, Fat 8.2 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 1.6 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, Sodium 152.9 mg, Sugar 10.6 g
Tips:
- Use a combination of tart and sweet apples for the best flavor in your apple cake.
- Don't overmix the batter. Overmixing can result in a tough cake.
- Be sure to grease and flour the baking pan before adding the batter.
- Bake the cake until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let the cake cool completely before frosting it.
- If you don't have buttermilk, you can make your own by adding 1 tablespoon of vinegar or lemon juice to 1 cup of milk and letting it sit for 5 minutes.
- Aunt Lydia's Apple Cake can be stored at room temperature for up to 3 days, or in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
- To freeze Aunt Lydia's Apple Cake, wrap it tightly in plastic wrap and then aluminum foil. Freeze for up to 2 months. When ready to serve, thaw overnight in the refrigerator or at room temperature for several hours.
Conclusion:
Aunt Lydia's Apple Cake is enjoyed by people of all ages. It is a simple and delicious cake that can be made with ingredients that are easily accessible. The cake is perfect for any occasion, whether it is a birthday party, a potluck, or a casual gathering with friends and family.
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