German Apple Cake

๐Ÿ›’ Ingredients
๐Ÿฅฃ 200 g flour (7 oz)
๐Ÿฅ„ 2 tsp baking powder
๐Ÿฌ 125 g sugar (4.4 oz)
๐Ÿฏ 1 packet vanilla sugar
๐Ÿง‚ 1 pinch salt
๐Ÿงˆ 125 g soft butter (4.4 oz)
๐Ÿฅš 3 eggs
๐Ÿ 4 apples
๐Ÿฅ› 3 tbsp milk
๐Ÿงˆ 30 g frozen butter, grated (1 oz)
๐ŸŒฟ 1 tsp cinnamon sugar

๐ŸงŠ Storage & Freshness Tips
๐ŸงŠ Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days
โ„๏ธ Refrigerate for up to 5 days, covered well to prevent drying
๐Ÿ”ฅ Warm slices in the oven for a fresh-baked taste
๐Ÿ“ฆ Freeze tightly wrapped slices for up to 3 months
๐Ÿ‹ Sprinkle a touch of lemon juice over apples if preparing in advance

๐Ÿฝ๏ธ Kitchen Tools and ๐Ÿ› ๏ธ Equipment Needed ๐Ÿ”ช
๐Ÿง Springform pan (26 cm)
๐Ÿฅฃ Mixing bowls
๐Ÿฅ„ Wooden spoon or spatula
โš–๏ธ Kitchen scales
๐Ÿฅ„ Measuring spoons
๐Ÿ”ช Sharp knife
๐Ÿด Whisk or electric mixer

๐Ÿ“… Nutritional Benefits
๐Ÿ Apples provide dietary fibre that supports digestion
๐Ÿ’› Butter delivers energy and richness in moderation
๐Ÿฅš Eggs supply protein for structure and nourishment
๐ŸŒพ Flour offers carbohydrates, the bodyโ€™s main energy source
๐Ÿฌ Cinnamon may help regulate blood sugar naturally
๐Ÿฅ› Milk contributes calcium for healthy bones
๐Ÿงˆ Small amounts of fat enhance flavour satisfaction
โœจ Balanced proportions ensure no overpowering sweetness
๐Ÿ”ฅ Baking locks in nutrients while softening fibre for digestibility
โ˜• A wholesome treat when enjoyed mindfully

๐ŸŒฟ Health Benefits of the Ingredients
๐Ÿ Apples are rich in antioxidants that support heart health
๐Ÿฅš Eggs contribute choline, important for brain function
๐ŸŒฟ Cinnamon may have anti-inflammatory effects
๐Ÿงˆ Butter in moderation provides fat-soluble vitamins A, D, and E
๐Ÿฅ› Milk aids muscle recovery with protein and calcium
๐Ÿฌ Sugar, though limited, provides quick energy when balanced
๐ŸŒพ Whole flour keeps you satiated longer with complex carbs
๐Ÿ‹ Lemon juice prevents oxidation and supports immunity
๐Ÿ’› Simple, natural ingredients support clean eating
๐Ÿ”ฅ Home baking avoids preservatives found in store-bought cakes

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