Simple Apple Walnut Vanilla Loaf Cake

A simple and delicious recipe.

Simple Apple Walnut Vanilla Loaf @Feli Chic'Cuisine

This Simple Apple Walnut Vanilla Loaf Cake is soft, moist and full of autumn flavour, with tender apples, crunchy walnuts and a delicate brown sugar crust.

Imagine tender slices of apple tucked between layers of vanilla-scented batter, with just the right amount of walnut crunch. It’s rich without being heavy, rustic yet elegant, and honestly, this is one of my favorite cakes to bake.

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Simple Apple Walnut Vanilla Loaf @Feli Chic'Cuisine

What Makes This Loaf Cake Special?

What I love about this Simple Apple Walnut Vanilla Loaf Cake is how the apples, walnuts and vanilla come together in every slice. The ingredients are familiar, but layering them gives the cake a lovely texture and makes each slice a little different.

• The layering: Instead of mixing the apples into the batter, where they can sometimes sink to the bottom, they are arranged in thin layers with the batter and walnuts. This helps distribute the apples evenly, so you get some in every slice.

• A soft, tender crumb: The combination of melted butter, milk and the moisture released by the apples as they bake gives the cake a soft, tender crumb that stays lovely the next day too, without becoming dry like a traditional sponge cake.

• A lovely contrast of textures: Each bite brings together the soft cake, lightly crunchy walnuts and the delicate caramelised crust created by the brown sugar on top.

• A warm, comforting aroma: The gentle fragrance of vanilla blends beautifully with the apples and walnuts, filling the kitchen with the lovely smell of a homemade cake as it bakes..

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Before You Start

• Choose the right apples for baking. For this loaf, you can use Granny Smith, Pink Lady sau Braeburn. The important thing is to choose apples that hold their shape well when baked and aren’t too soft.

• Slice the apples as thinly as possible. Slices about 2–3 mm thick will bake nicely and soften without releasing too much moisture into the cake.

• Don’t skip cooling the butter. Let the melted butter cool for a few minutes before adding it to the eggs. This helps keep the mixture smooth and well combined.

• Don’t overmix the batter. Once you add the flour, mix just until you no longer see any traces of flour. This helps keep the cake tender.

• Let the cake cool before slicing. As it cools, the crumb settles and the slices will cut much more neatly.

A Little Detail That Can Make a Difference

If you want to bring out more of the walnut flavour, lightly toast the walnuts in a dry pan over low heat before grinding them. Let them cool completely before using. It’s not essential, but it will give the walnuts a deeper, more pronounced flavour.

Simple Apple Walnut Vanilla Loaf @Feli Chic'Cuisine

Substitutions and Variations

✔️ No walnuts? Try pecans, almonds, or even hazelnuts.

✔️ No vanilla extract? Use the seeds from a vanilla bean or a splash of almond extract for a different but delicious twist.

✔️ Want a healthier version? Swap out half the flour for whole wheat flour and reduce the sugar slightly.

✔️ Dairy-free option – Use coconut oil instead of butter and almond or oat milk instead of dairy milk.

✔️ Love cinnamon? Sprinkle a little cinnamon over the apples for a warm, spiced flavor.

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This Simple Apple Walnut Vanilla Loaf Cake is one to return to when apples are in season. Enjoy a slice with your afternoon coffee, or save a little for the next day, when the flavours have had more time to settle.

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Simple Apple Walnut

Vanilla Loaf Cake

This Simple Apple Walnut Vanilla Loaf Cake is soft, moist and full of autumn flavour, with tender apples, crunchy walnuts and a delicate brown sugar crust.

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Serving: 24 | Calories: 285 kcal | Prep Time: 15 min |

Baking Time: 45–55 min | Cooling Time: 15 min |

Total Time: 1 hr 15 min

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Ingredients

• 3 large eggs

• 150 g (¾ cup) granulated sugar

• 150 g (⅔ cup) melted butter

• A pinch of salt

• 200 g (1⅔ cups) plain/all-purpose flour

• 10 g (2 tsp) baking powder

• 100 ml (⅓ cup + 1 tbsp) milk

• 1 tsp vanilla extract (or seeds from 1 vanilla pod)

• 2–3 firm apples (such as Granny Smith, Honeycrisp or Fuji), sliced

• 50 g (½ cup) ground walnuts

• 1–2 tbsp brown sugar (optional, for topping)

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Method

1. Preheat oven: Preheat the oven to 175°C (350°F). Line a loaf pan with baking paper or grease it with butter and dust it with flour to prevent sticking.

   
   

2. Prepare the Batter: In a large bowl, beat the eggs with a pinch of salt and the sugar until light and fluffy. Add the melted butter, milk, and vanilla extract, mixing well.

   
   

3. Combine dry ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour and baking powder. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring gently until a smooth batter forms.

   
   

4. Prepare the Apples: Peel and core the apples, then slice them thinly.

   
   

5. Assemble the Cake: Arrange a layer of apple slices over the batter. Sprinkle one tablespoon of ground walnuts over the apples, then spread a thin layer of batter. Repeat the layers: apples, walnuts, and batter, finishing with a final layer of batter. Optionally, sprinkle 1-2 tablespoons of brown sugar on top for extra caramelization.

   
   

6. Bake the Cake: Bake in the preheated oven for 45 minutes, or until a skewer inserted into the center comes out clean or with just a few moist crumbs.

   
   

7. Cool: Once baked, let the cake cool in the pan for 10-15 minutes, then carefully transfer it to a wire rack or plate to cool completely.

   
   

8. Serving: Slice and serve. Enjoy it plain or with a scoop of ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream for extra indulgence.

 Enjoy!

N0tes

1. For best results, use firm apples that hold their shape during baking.

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2. Store covered at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to 5 days.

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3. Can substitute walnuts for pecans or almonds if preferred.

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A Thought Among Flavours

“People don’t notice whether it is winter or summer when they are happy.” — Anton Cehov

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