Ingredients
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- 2 large Granny Smith apples, peeled, cored, and sliced
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs, room temperature
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
- For the Glaze:
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons milk or heavy cream
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preparation and Sautéing Apples: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). In a 10-inch oven-safe cast-iron skillet, melt two tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Add the sliced apples and a tablespoon of sugar. Sauté them for about 5 minutes until they begin to soften slightly. Remove the skillet from the heat and spread the apples in an even layer across the bottom. If you prefer the apples mixed in, you can set them aside in a bowl instead.
- Mixing the Batter: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. In a separate large bowl, cream the remaining softened butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract and sour cream. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring just until combined. Be careful not to overmix, as this can make the cake tough.
- Baking the Cake: Pour the batter over the apples in the skillet, using a spatula to smooth the top. Place the skillet in the center rack of the oven. Bake for 35 to 40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Remove the skillet from the oven and let it cool on a wire rack for at least 15 minutes before glazing.
- Glazing and Serving: While the cake cools, whisk together the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract in a small bowl until smooth. If the glaze is too thick, add a few more drops of milk. Drizzle the sweet glaze generously over the warm cake. Slice into wedges and serve directly from the skillet for a charming, rustic presentation.
- Cook Time: 60 minutes