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Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C fan). Grease and line a 9-inch springform pan.
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In one bowl, cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
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Beat in the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
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Stir in the flour, baking powder, and vanilla until combined.
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Peel, core, and chop apples into small chunks. Fold into the batter.
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Spoon the batter into your prepared pan. Sprinkle the top with golden sugar, if using.
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Bake for 45 minutes or until golden and a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
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Cool slightly, dust with icing sugar, and serve warm or at room temperature.