Cake Junki

We're right in the thick of apple season and my neighbour very kindly dropped off a bag apples from her garden last week prompting me to find a new apple recipe to try. This Dorset apple cake is packed with chunks of apple and the subtle hint of cinnamon adds a lovely seasonal touch. Dorset Apple Cake is a traditional, rustic cake that's perfect with a cup of tea, whether you enjoy it freshly baked and still a little warm or save a slice for later. Made with everyday baking ingredients and topped with a sprinkle of demerara sugar for a little crunch, this apple cake is a delicious way to use seasonal cooking apples. Serves: 8 INGREDIENTS 115g unsalted butter, softened 150g caster sugar 2 large eggs 220g plain flour 2 tsp baking powder 1 tsp ground cinnamon 2 medium cooking apples, such as Bramley Zest of ½ a lemon 1 tbsp demerara sugar, for the topping METHOD Preheat the oven to 180°C (160°C fan). Grease and line a 23cm (9 inch) round cake tin. Beat the softened butter and cast...