Dutch Apple Cake (Ghk)

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Servings: 6 Difficulty: Advanced
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A classic crumb-topped dessert featuring tender tart apples and a spiced glaze
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This Dutch Apple Cake is a comforting, old-fashioned dessert that balances sweet and tart flavors beautifully. The base is a tender, cake-like batter that bakes up soft, while the top is loaded with thick slices of tart apples that soften and caramelize during baking. A warm glaze made from currant jelly or apricot jam adds a glossy, fruity finish that ties the dish together. It’s perfect for autumn gatherings, family dinners, or a cozy weekend treat. Simple ingredients come together to create a dish that feels both rustic and elegant, offering a satisfying crunch from the crust and juicy bursts from the fruit.

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Dutch Apple Cake (Ghk)

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Difficulty: Advanced
Servings: 6 Calories: 528.6

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This Dutch Apple Cake is a comforting, old-fashioned dessert that balances sweet and tart flavors beautifully. The base is a tender, cake-like batter that bakes up soft, while the top is loaded with thick slices of tart apples that soften and caramelize during baking. A warm glaze made from currant jelly or apricot jam adds a glossy, fruity finish that ties the dish together. It&# 226;ÂÂs perfect for autumn gatherings, family dinners, or a cozy weekend treat. Simple ingredients come together to create a dish that feels both rustic and elegant, offering a satisfying crunch from the crust and juicy bursts from the fruit.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Preheat the oven to 400ðF (200ðC).
  2. Peel, core, and slice the tart apples into thin, uniform slices. Set aside.
  3. In a medium bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, salt, and 1 tablespoon of granulated sugar.
  4. Cut the shortening into the dry ingredients using a pastry blender or two knives until the mixture resembles coarse cornmeal.
  5. In a small separate bowl, beat the egg and milk together with a fork until well blended.
  6. Stir the egg and milk mixture into the flour mixture just until combined; do not overmix.
  7. Spread the batter evenly into a greased 12x8x2-inch baking dish.
  8. Arrange the apple slices in slightly overlapping parallel rows on top of the batter, pressing the straight edge of each slice halfway into the dough.
  9. Combine 2 tablespoons of granulated sugar, 1/2 teaspoon of cinnamon, and 1/4 teaspoon of nutmeg in a small bowl.
  10. Sprinkle the sugar-spice mixture evenly over the apples.
  11. Drizzle 2 tablespoons of melted butter or margarine over the apples and spices.
  12. Bake in the preheated oven for 40 to 45 minutes, or until the apples are tender and the cake base is golden brown.
  13. While the cake bakes, heat 1/2 cup of currant jelly or apricot jam in a small saucepan until smooth and fluid.
  14. Remove the cake from the oven and immediately brush or spoon the warm jelly glaze over the top.
  15. Let cool for 10 minutes before serving warm.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6

Amount Per Serving
Calories 528.6kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 18.9g30%
Saturated Fat 6.2g31%
Cholesterol 93.5mg32%
Sodium 2740.5mg115%
Total Carbohydrate 82.4g28%
Dietary Fiber 7.0g29%
Sugars 27.5g
Protein 10.4g21%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: apple, apples, baking, blending, cake, cored, dessert, dutch, egg, flour, fruits, ghk, granulated, international, milk, peeled, powder, salt, shortening, sifted
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