“Apple Raisin Bundt Cake”

Ingredients

– 2-3 apples, peeled, cored, and sliced
– 1/2 cup raisins
– 2 cups all-purpose flour
– 1 cup sugar
– 1/2 cup butter, softened
– 3 eggs
– 1 cup milk
– 2 teaspoons baking powder
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
– A pinch of salt
– Optional: a sprinkle of cinnamon or nutmeg for flavor

Preparation

1. **Preheat Oven**: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a bundt pan thoroughly.

2. **Prepare Apples and Raisins**: Peel, core, and slice the apples. Sprinkle the apple slices and raisins evenly in the greased bundt pan.

3. **Prepare the Batter**:
– In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
– Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
– Stir in the vanilla extract.
– In a separate bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, and salt.
– Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the milk, beginning and ending with the flour mixture.
– Mix until just combined.

4. **Assemble**: Pour the batter over the apples and raisins in the bundt pan. Use a spatula to spread the batter evenly over the fruit.

5. **Bake**: Bake in the preheated oven for 45-55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.

6. **Cool and Serve**: Allow the cake to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then invert onto a wire rack to cool completely. Once cooled, slice and serve.

Tips:

– You can sprinkle some cinnamon or nutmeg over the apples and raisins for an extra flavor boost.
– Serving with a dusting of powdered sugar or a simple glaze would add a nice touch.

Enjoy baking! Let me know if you need further assistance or modifications to the recipe.