Kumama's Jewish Apple Cake

This is a family favorite that is easy to prepare and even tastes better if made the day before serving. Kumama is me- my grandson Sam named me this!

• Ready In: 1 hr 50 mins
• Serves: 12-16

Ingredients

• 4 -5  large apples (Granny Smith's are good)
• 6  teaspoons cinnamon
• 1⁄2 cup sugar
• 3  cups flour
• 2  cups sugar
• 3  teaspoons baking powder
• 1  cup  oil
• 4  eggs
• 1  tablespoon orange zest (optional)
• 1⁄2 cup  orange juice
• 1  tablespoon vanilla

Directions

1. Peel, core and slice apples; mix cinnamon and 1/2 cup sugar together; add sliced apples and let sit. Combine all other ingredients in another bowl and beat to make a smooth batter (about 3 to 4 minutes). Pour half the batter into a greased tube pan; layer half the apple slices on the batter; add remaining batter, then top with the rest of the apples. Pour any remaining sugar and cinnamon mixture on top. Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F for 1 hour and 20 minutes.
2. *Note -- Jewish apple cakes are made with oil - no dairy- thus it can be served with a meat meal except during Passover.