Description
This Classic French Apple Cake is a delightful blend of tender apples and hints of vanilla, creating a cozy dessert perfect for any gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium apples (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 7 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
- ½ cup white sugar
- 3 tablespoons light brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons dark rum
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Butter a 9-inch springform pan and dust it with flour.
- Peel and dice the apples into ¼-inch pieces.
- Whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt in a small bowl.
- Cream the softened butter, white sugar, and brown sugar until fluffy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla and dark rum.
- Gently mix in the dry ingredients, then fold in the diced apples.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan, smoothing the top.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown and a toothpick comes out with moist crumbs.
- Let cool for 10-15 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Notes
For gluten-free options, use a suitable flour blend without xanthan gum.
Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
