Introduction

Old-Fashioned Farmhouse Swedish Apple Cake is a humble yet deeply comforting dessert that celebrates the natural sweetness of apples and the warmth of simple spices. Unlike fluffy layer cakes, this traditional Scandinavian-style cake is dense, moist, and rustic—just the way it was made in countryside kitchens. It’s the kind of cake enjoyed with afternoon coffee, shared with family, and baked repeatedly during apple season.

With minimal ingredients and maximum flavor, this cake is perfect for home bakers who love timeless recipes passed down through generations. Every bite brings a cozy farmhouse feeling that never goes out of style.

Ingredients

• 4 cups fresh apples, peeled, cored, and sliced
• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup butter, softened
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Optional Crumb Topping

• 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/4 cup sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
• 2 tablespoons butter

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C). Grease a 9-inch round cake pan and set aside.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
3. Add the butter to the dry ingredients and mix until the mixture becomes crumbly.
4. In a separate bowl, beat the eggs with the vanilla extract until smooth.
5. Gradually add the egg mixture to the flour mixture, stirring until fully combined.
6. Gently fold in the sliced apples, making sure they are evenly