Apple Cinnamon Cake with Walnuts and Raisins

Steps

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1. 1
   Preheat the oven to 165°C (325°F) with the rack positioned in the center. Prepare a tube cake pan by coating it with butter and a light dusting of flour.
   ≈8:57
2. 2
   In a medium bowl, sift together flour, salt, baking soda, and baking powder. Add the cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves, then whisk until all spices are evenly distributed. Set aside.
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   In a mixer bowl fitted with a paddle attachment, beat together softened butter and sugar on medium-high speed for 3 minutes until light and fluffy, scraping down the sides and bottom of the bowl as needed.
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   Reduce to medium speed, add the eggs one at a time along with the vanilla extract, and beat for about 1 minute until well combined.
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   Add the yogurt and beat for about 30 seconds until combined.
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   Fold in the diced apples along with the lemon juice using a rubber spatula until just combined.
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   On low speed, add the flour mixture in three additions, gently mixing between each addition just until combined. Scrape down the bowl between additions to avoid overmixing.
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   Once all flour is incorporated, use a rubber spatula to fold in the walnuts and raisins until evenly distributed throughout the batter.
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   Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top using the back of a spoon, ensuring it fills the pan evenly.
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10. 10
    Bake in the preheated oven at 165°C (325°F) for 55 minutes to 1 hour, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
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    Remove the cake from the oven and let it rest in the pan for 10 minutes, then invert onto a wire rack to cool completely.
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    To make the optional orange syrup: In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine orange juice and sugar, stirring until the sugar dissolves. Once it begins to boil, remove from heat and let cool.
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    While the cake is still warm, brush the cooled orange syrup over the top and sides of the cake until all syrup is absorbed. This adds a beautiful shine and extra moisture. Let cool completely before slicing and serving.
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