🍏 Apple Syrup Cake Recipe
Ingredients:
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1 ½ cups all-purpose flour (or whole wheat flour for a healthier twist)
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1 tsp baking powder
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½ tsp baking soda
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1 tsp cinnamon
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½ tsp nutmeg
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Pinch of salt
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2 medium apples, peeled and grated
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½ cup maple syrup or golden syrup
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⅓ cup brown sugar or coconut sugar
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½ cup vegetable oil or melted coconut oil
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2 eggs (or flax eggs for vegan option)
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1 tsp vanilla extract
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Optional: ¼ cup chopped walnuts or pecans
Instructions:
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Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a loaf pan or line with parchment paper.
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In a bowl, mix flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
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In another bowl, whisk syrup, sugar, oil, eggs, and vanilla until well combined.
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Fold in the grated apples.
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Add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture and stir until just combined. Add nuts if using.
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Pour into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
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Bake for 40–50 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
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Cool in pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
💡 Tips for Best Results
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Apple Variety: Use a mix of tart and sweet apples (like Granny Smith + Fuji).
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Moisture: Don’t over-squeeze the apples; their moisture helps keep the cake moist.
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Flavor Boost: Add a dash of clove or ginger for more warmth.
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Storage: Stays fresh for 3–4 days at room temp or up to a week refrigerated.
🌿 Health Benefits
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Apples are high in fiber and antioxidants, good for heart health and digestion.
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Maple syrup is a natural sweetener with minerals like zinc and manganese.
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Cinnamon and nutmeg offer anti-inflammatory properties.
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Whole wheat flour (if used) boosts fiber and keeps blood sugar steadier than refined flour.
🔍 Approximate Nutritional Information (per slice, 10 slices total):
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Calories: ~230
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Fat: ~10g
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Carbs: ~32g
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Sugar: ~18g
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Fiber: ~2g
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Protein: ~3g
(May vary depending on substitutions and add-ins)