How to make the perfect Irish apple cake and the common mistakes to avoid

Is it really a cake or a delicious apple slice? This is the cake our Grannies used to make, and the one we make for our children

Is there anything more delicious than a slice of Irish apple cake?

No fancy equipment needed

An apple cake is a fuss-free endeavour, so this is not a reason to haul your cake mixer out of its hiding spot in the press. The dough for apple cake is pressed onto plate or a tin and dolloped on top meaning that there is very little you can do wrong at all, really.