Apple Cake

Directions

1. 1
   In a mixing bowl combine flour, baking powder, 2 cups sugar, oil, eggs, orange juice, salt and vanilla.
2. 2
   Beat until thoroughly combined.
3. 3
   In another bowl, toss apples with cinnamon and remaining sugar.
4. 4
   Spread 1/3 of batter in a greased 10-inch tube pan.
5. 5
   Cover with half the apples.
6. 6
   Repeat layers.
7. 7
   Spoon remaining batter over top.
8. 8
   Bake at 350° for 1 hour and 30 minutes or until cake tests done.
9. 9
   Cool in pan for 20 minutes before removing to a wire rack to cool completely.
10. 10
    Just before serving, dust with confectioners sugar, if desired.
11. 11
    Yields 12 to 16 servings.