Simple Baked Apple Cake

Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). Grease a 9-inch round cake pan and line it with parchment paper for easy removal.
Peel, core, and chop the apples into chunky pieces. Toss them with a teaspoon of cinnamon and a tablespoon of sugar to coat evenly.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and a pinch of salt if desired. Set aside.
In another bowl, cream the butter and sugar together until the mixture becomes light and fluffy, with a faint sweet aroma.
Beat in the eggs one at a time, ensuring each is fully incorporated before adding the next. The batter should become smooth and slightly thickened.
Gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture using a spatula, just until combined—be careful not to overmix.
Fold in the prepared apples, distributing them evenly throughout the batter for consistent bites.
Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan, smoothing the top with the spatula for an even surface.
Bake in the preheated oven for about 45-50 minutes, until the edges are golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool in the pan for about 15 minutes. Then, transfer it to a wire rack or serve directly from the pan.
Slice the cake and serve warm or at room temperature—perhaps with a dollop of cream or a dusting of powdered sugar for extra comfort.