Step 1

Preheat the oven to 180 degrees Celsius (350 degrees Fahrenheit) and line an 8-inch springform pan with parchment paper and set aside.

Step 2

To a large bowl, add the dry ingredients and mix to combine.

Step 3

Next, add in the wet ingredients and whisk until just incorporated.

Step 4

Transfer the mixture to your pre-lined baking dish and spread out evenly.

Step 5

Peel (if you like), core and slice the apple and arrange it in a circle and overlap them over each other slightly.

Step 6

Sprinkle with the flaked almonds and put it in the oven to bake for around 1 hour and 15 minutes, or until a skewer comes out clean.

Step 7

Let the cake cool for at least an hour in the baking dish and then remove and let it cool completely.

Step 8

This cake will give you eight slices and can be stored in an airtight container for up to 5 days.