Moist and super quick apple cake

Break the eggs, separating the yolks from the whites. In a bowl, whisk the butter with the sugar and vanilla extract until smooth.

Preheat the oven to 180°C (th. 6). Incorporate the egg yolks one by one, then sift together the flour and yeast and incorporate them.

Beat the whites until stiff with the pinch of salt, then gradually incorporate them: first a little to relax the dough, then the rest with a spatula.

Peel and core the apples, cut them into cubes and add lemon juice to prevent them from blackening. Incorporate them into the dough. Butter and flour a springform pan, then pour the dough into it. Bake for 45 min.

Remove from the oven, sprinkle with granulated sugar and leave to cool for a few minutes before unmolding.

Tips:

Which apples to choose for an apple cake?

For a perfect apple cake, avoid apple varieties that are too floury. Instead, bet on Golden apples with firm, juicy flesh. You can also think about the Gala apple, a sweeter variety that will make your dessert even more delicious. Finally, the Canadian gray pippin can also be unanimously appreciated in your cake. Its tender flesh melts when cooked and will add a caramelized note to your dish, delicious!

How to easily make an even softer apple cake with yogurt?

To obtain an ever softer and smoother cake, there are certain tips you should know. Using a whisk or an electric mixer, you can, for example, think about adding plain Greek yogurt to your recipe! This type of yogurt contains fat, it will bring more moisture to your dessert. No Greek yogurt on hand? Use a spoonful of crème fraîche as a replacement!

Gluten-free, sugar-free and dough-free: how to make an apple cake even lighter?

Do you want the lightest apple cake? Feel free to replace your wheat flour with cornstarch. Its other advantage? It allows you to obtain gluten-free desserts! Something to delight as many people as possible! The same recipe is prepared with pears.

You can also try it with cubes of fresh pineapple or in syrup: in the latter case, remove 40 g of powdered sugar from the recipe, to balance the sweet flavors. If you don’t have paste or sachet of baking powder on hand, we advise you to follow our recommendations step by step. Ready in record time, it’s great for an impromptu snack!

How to easily preserve a homemade apple cake recipe?

If your apple cake is not to be eaten straight away, do not cut it into slices. This step is to be kept for the service. By cutting your cake too early, you are affecting its conservation: the risk is that your dessert will quickly become dry and lose all its smoothness. In this situation, do not hesitate to place it in an airtight box and keep it in your refrigerator, preferably at a rather low level.

Almond, caramelized, fruity, muffins: what variations can we try of this soft apple cake?

If there are any sweet tooths at home, they will love this Normandy apple pie. The mixture with the almond powder will have its little effect on the taste buds of your guests! Finally, if you appreciate the creaminess of the caramel, with a wooden spoon or a brush, you can add Salidou just before cooking of your soft apple pie.The good thing about apple pie is that you can add another fruit at the last minute.

For example, this recipe with banana should charm fans. Finally, if you have muffin tins, amaze those around you with this individual version. At a picnic, everyone will have their share of apple cake: no jealousy!