Apple and walnut cake, vegan

Name: Apple and walnut cake, vegan - Ilinca J.
Ingredients: Cake batter: 4 cups grated apples (1100 g); 1 cup coarsely chopped walnuts (170 g); 3 cups sugar (900 g); 3 cups flour (660 g); 1 teaspoon baking powder (10 g); 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon (3 g). Syrup: 20 tablespoons sugar (grated); 20 tablespoons water; one tablespoon cocoa (with stick); two tablespoons oil. Pan size: 27/37 cm.

Desert - Apple and walnut cake, vegan by Ilinca J. - Recipia

To prepare a delicious apple and walnut cake, start by peeling the apples. Choose your favorite apples, preferably some that are a bit tart to provide a pleasant contrast to the sweetness of the cake. After peeling, remove the core and seeds, then wash them thoroughly. Use a large grater to grate them; this will give you a fine and even texture that will contribute to the moisture and flavor of the cake. Meanwhile, prepare the walnuts. Carefully crack them, remove the shells, and chop them coarsely with a knife, so that large pieces remain that will add a crunchy texture to the cake. Once you have prepared all the ingredients, preheat the oven to a medium temperature of 180 degrees Celsius. In a large bowl, add the grated apples, chopped walnuts, sugar, eggs, and flour. Mix well by hand to ensure all the ingredients combine perfectly, creating a homogeneous mixture. Make sure there are no lumps of flour left to achieve a fine and fluffy cake. The next step is to grease a baking tray with oil, ensuring it is evenly covered to prevent the cake from sticking. Carefully pour the obtained mixture into the tray, leveling the surface with a spatula. Place the tray in the preheated oven and let it bake for about 35-40 minutes, or until the cake turns golden and passes the toothpick test. It is important not to open the oven door in the first 30 minutes to avoid lowering the temperature. Once the cake is ready, remove the tray from the oven and let it cool on a rack. Meanwhile, prepare the syrup. In a small saucepan, combine the syrup ingredients: water, sugar, and vanilla essence, then bring to a boil. Stir constantly until the sugar completely dissolves and the syrup begins to boil. Once you achieve a slightly syrupy consistency, take the saucepan off the heat. Pour the hot syrup over the cooled cake, allowing it to soak in well, which will add an intense flavor and pleasant moisture. After the syrup has been completely absorbed, you can cut the cake into squares. Optionally, you can decorate each piece with a few walnut pieces for a more attractive appearance and an extra crunch. This apple and walnut cake is happily served at a festive meal or simply as a delicious dessert for the family.