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Step 1: Prepare the apples
Peel and cut the apples into thin slices.
Sprinkle the apples with the juice of half a lemon to prevent them from oxidizing.
Add 2 tablespoons of sugar and cook over high heat for a few minutes until lightly caramelized.
Step 2: Mix the liquid ingredients
In a bowl, beat 2 eggs with a pinch of salt and vanilla essence.
Add 120 g of sugar and continue beating until the mixture is frothy.
Step 3: Add the dry ingredients
Add 100 ml of seed oil and 50 ml of milk to the egg and sugar mixture.
Add 180 g of sifted flour and 10 g of baking powder.
Mix until smooth.
Step 4: Assemble the cake
Preheat the oven to 180 degrees C.
Butter a 26cm cake tin and pour in half the batter.
Top with a layer of caramelised apples and top with a layer of blueberry jam.
Step 5: Bake and decorate
Bake for 35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
Leave to cool and dust with icing sugar before serving.
Tips to improve your apple cake
Variety of apples: Use different types of apples for a combination of sweet and tart flavours.
Oven temperature: Make sure the oven is fully preheated for even cooking.
By following these steps and tips, you can enjoy a delicious, moist apple cake that is perfect for any occasion!