Easy Irish Apple Cake

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat oven to 375°F
2. 2
   Grease an 8-inch springform pan.
3. 3
   Cut wax paper to fit and line the bottom of the pan.
4. 4
   Sift flour, salt, and ground cloves into a large bowl.
5. 5
   Cut in the butter until the mixture has the consistency of fine crumbs.
6. 6
   Peel, core, and slice the apples.
7. 7
   Add the apples and sugar to the flour mixture.
8. 8
   Stir in the eggs and enough milk to leave the dough stiff.
9. 9
   Turn the dough into the prepared pan. Sprinkle with the remaining sugar.
10. 10
    Bake 45 minutes until crisp and golden in color.
11. 11
    HINT: The best thing about this Irish dessert recipe is that it is absolutely delicious served either warm or cold. If served warm, consider topping it with heavy cream.