Apple-Filled Cake Recipe

Ingredients

For the Filling:

 

• 5 medium-sized apples (500g)
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons sugar (40g)

For the Dough:

 

• 2 eggs (62g each)
• 5 tablespoons sugar (100g)
• 8g vanilla sugar (1 tablespoon)
• 5 tablespoons butter (100g)
• 4g baking powder (1 teaspoon)
• 380-400g flour (about 3 ¼ cups)

Additional Ingredients:

 

• 80g sugar
• 70ml oil
• 80ml milk
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 220g flour (1 ¾ cups)
• Walnuts (optional)
• Jam (optional for topping)

Directions

Prepare the Apple Filling:

1. Peel and slice 5 medium-sized apples (500g).
2. Place the apples in water with 1 tablespoon of lemon juice to prevent browning.
3. Toss with 2 tablespoons of sugar (40g) and set aside.

Make the Dough:

1. In a mixing bowl, whisk together 2 eggs, a pinch of salt, 80g of sugar, and 8g of vanilla sugar.
2. Add 5 tablespoons of softened butter (100g) and mix until creamy.
3. Gradually add 380-400g of flour and 4g of baking powder to form a dough.

 

Assemble the Cake:

1. Roll out the dough to fit a 50cm by 33cm baking dish.
2. Place the apple slices evenly on top of the dough.
3. Optionally, sprinkle walnuts on top for added texture.

Bake the Cake:

1. Preheat the oven to 180°C (356°F).
2. Bake for 45-50 minutes until golden brown.
3. Optional: For extra sweetness, brush the top of the cake with a thin layer of jam or sprinkle with powdered sugar.

Serve:

Allow the cake to cool slightly before cutting. Serve warm or at room temperature with a cup of tea or coffee.