Welsh Apple Delight Cake
This delightful Welsh Apple Cake, known as Teisen Fala, hails from a cherished collection of traditional recipes gathered in Wales in 1992. A perfect blend of tender cooking apples and rich, buttery dough, it creates a moist and flavorful dessert that's particularly scrumptious when served warm with a generous pour of creamy custard. This cake embodies the essence of Welsh home baking, making it an ideal treat for gatherings or a cozy evening at home.
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Servings
1800
Calories
5
Ingredients
Ingredients
Self-raising flour
10 ounces (Measured)
Butter
5 ounces (Softened)
Brown sugar
5 ounces (Packed)
Cooking apple
1 lb (Peeled, cored, and diced)
Milk
To mix (Added gradually to bind the mixture)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a shallow baking tin by greasing it well.
2
Peel and core the cooking apples, then cut them into small dice.
3
In a large mixing bowl, rub the softened butter into the self-raising flour until the mixture resembles breadcrumbs.
4
Stir in the packed brown sugar until evenly distributed.
5
Add the diced apples to the bowl and combine everything gently.
6
Gradually mix in milk, a little at a time, until the dough comes together and is fairly stiff but still manageable.
7
Spread the mixture evenly into the prepared tin, smoothing the top with a spatula.
8
Bake in the preheated oven for about 30 minutes, or until the cake is golden brown and a skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
9
Allow the cake to cool slightly before serving, ideally with a warm custard.
Nutrition Information
70g
Fat
260g
Carbs
15g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Welsh Apple Delight Cake?
Welsh Apple Delight Cake, also known as Teisen Fala, is a traditional dessert made with cooking apples and a rich, buttery dough.
What is the traditional Welsh name for this recipe?
The traditional name for this cake is Teisen Fala.
Where does this recipe originate?
This recipe comes from a cherished collection of traditional recipes gathered in Wales in 1992.
What are the main ingredients for Welsh Apple Delight Cake?
The five main ingredients are self-raising flour, butter, brown sugar, cooking apples, and milk.
How many ounces of self-raising flour are needed?
You will need 10 ounces of measured self-raising flour.
What type of butter should be used?
The recipe calls for 5 ounces of softened butter.
What kind of sugar is best for this cake?
You should use 5 ounces of packed brown sugar.
What quantity of apples is required?
The recipe requires 1 pound of cooking apples.
How should the cooking apples be prepared?
The apples should be peeled, cored, and cut into small dice.
How much milk should I add to the dough?
Milk should be added gradually to bind the mixture until the dough is fairly stiff but manageable.
What is the recommended oven temperature?
Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit or 175 degrees Celsius.
How should the baking tin be prepared?
Prepare a shallow baking tin by greasing it well before adding the mixture.
What is the first step in mixing the cake?
The first step is to rub the softened butter into the self-raising flour until the mixture resembles breadcrumbs.
When do I add the brown sugar to the mix?
Stir in the packed brown sugar after the butter and flour have reached a breadcrumb-like consistency.
How do I incorporate the apples?
Add the diced apples to the flour and sugar mixture and combine everything gently.
What should the consistency of the dough be?
The dough should be fairly stiff but still manageable after adding the milk.
How long does the Welsh Apple Delight Cake take to bake?
It should bake for about 30 minutes in the preheated oven.
How can I tell when the cake is done?
The cake is finished when it is golden brown and a skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
What is the best way to serve this dessert?
It is best served warm, ideally with a generous pour of creamy warm custard.
What is the total calorie count for this cake?
The entire cake contains approximately 1800 calories.
What is the fat content of this recipe?
The recipe contains approximately 70 grams of fat.
How many carbohydrates are in this cake?
The cake contains approximately 260 grams of carbohydrates.
Does this cake contain protein?
Yes, the cake contains approximately 15 grams of protein.
Is this recipe considered comfort food?
Yes, it is tagged as a traditional comfort food and homespun baking.
Can I use a spatula to level the cake?
Yes, use a spatula to spread the mixture evenly into the tin and smooth the top.
Should I let the cake cool before eating?
Allow the cake to cool slightly before serving for the best texture.
Is this cake suitable for gatherings?
Yes, it is an ideal treat for gatherings or a cozy evening at home.
What are the primary flavor characteristics?
It is a perfect blend of tender cooking apples and rich, buttery dough.
How many ingredients are in the recipe?
The recipe has an ingredient count of 5.
What type of tin is used for baking?
A shallow baking tin is recommended for this recipe.