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Grandma's Jewish Apple Cake Recipe

Ingredients with Measurements:
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 3 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup vegetable oil
- 1/4 cup orange juice
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 4 cups peeled and thinly sliced apples
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1/4 cup brown sugar

Special equipment needed:
- 10-inch tube pan
- Mixing bowls
- Electric mixer
- Spatula

Step-by-step instructions:

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F. Grease and flour a 10-inch tube pan.

2. In a mixing bowl, combine the flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt.

3. In another mixing bowl, beat the eggs until light and frothy. Add the vegetable oil, orange juice, and vanilla extract, and mix well.

4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until well combined.

5. In a separate bowl, mix the sliced apples, cinnamon, and brown sugar.

6. Pour half of the batter into the prepared pan. Spread the apple mixture evenly over the batter. Pour the remaining batter over the apple mixture.

7. Bake for 1 hour and 15 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

8. Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes before removing it from the pan and placing it on a wire rack to cool completely.


Time:
Preparation time: 20 minutes
Cooking time: 1 hour and 15 minutes
Temperature:
350°F
Serving size:
12 servings

Nutritional information:
Calories per serving: 460
Total fat: 23g
Saturated fat: 2g
Cholesterol: 62mg
Sodium: 184mg
Total carbohydrates: 62g
Dietary fiber: 2g
Sugars: 39g
Protein: 5g

Substitutions for ingredients:
- You can use any type of apple that you prefer.
- You can substitute the orange juice with apple juice or lemon juice.

Variations:
- You can add chopped nuts, such as walnuts or pecans, to the apple mixture.
- You can add raisins or dried cranberries to the apple mixture.

Tips and tricks:
- Be sure to slice the apples thinly so that they cook evenly.
- You can sprinkle a little extra cinnamon and sugar on top of the cake before baking for a nice crust.

Storage instructions:
- Store the cake in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.

Reheating instructions:
- To reheat the cake, place it in a 350°F oven for 10-15 minutes.

Presentation ideas:
- Dust the top of the cake with powdered sugar before serving.
- Serve the cake with a dollop of whipped cream or vanilla ice cream.

Garnishes:
- Sprinkle chopped nuts or dried fruit on top of the cake before serving.
- Garnish with fresh apple slices.

Pairings:
- Serve with a hot cup of coffee or tea.

Suggested side dishes:
- Serve with a side of fresh fruit or a green salad.

Troubleshooting advice:
- If the cake is browning too quickly, cover it with foil for the remaining baking time.

Food safety advice:
- Be sure to wash your hands and all utensils thoroughly before preparing the cake.
- Store the cake in an airtight container to prevent contamination.

Food history:
- Jewish apple cake is a traditional dessert that has been enjoyed for generations. It is often served during Jewish holidays and celebrations.

Flavor profiles:
- The cake is sweet and moist with a hint of cinnamon and apple.

Serving suggestions:
- Serve the cake as a dessert after a meal or as a sweet treat with coffee or tea.

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