French-Style Apple Cake
French-Style Apple Cake
Ingredients
For the Apple Cake
– 2 large eggs
– 100 g granulated sugar
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
– 60 ml sunflower oil
– 100 ml milk
– 150 g Italian 00 flour or all-purpose flour
– 10 g baking powder
– 2 Golden apples, peeled if desired and cut into small pieces
For the Cream Topping
– 1 large egg
– 80 g granulated sugar
– 65 g butter, melted and slightly cooled
– Finely grated zest of 1 lemon
– Sliced almonds, as needed for topping
Optional Additions
– Ground cinnamon, to taste
– Chopped hazelnuts or walnuts, as an alternative to sliced almonds
Instructions
Prepare the Batter
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, sugar, and vanilla extract until well combined.
Pour in the sunflower oil and milk, then mix again until smooth.
Gradually add the flour, whisking as you go to prevent lumps.
Add the baking powder and continue mixing until the batter is smooth and evenly blended.
Prepare the Baking Pan
Line a baking pan with parchment paper.
Lightly grease and flour the pan as needed to prevent the cake from sticking.
Pour the prepared batter into the pan and spread it evenly.
Add the Apples
Arrange the chopped apple pieces evenly over the surface of the batter.
Cover the top generously so the apples are distributed throughout each serving.
First Bake
Place the cake in a preheated conventional oven.
Bake for approximately 35–40 minutes.
Prepare the Cream Topping
While the cake is baking, prepare the topping.
In a small bowl, whisk together the egg, sugar, melted butter, and finely grated lemon zest.
Mix until smooth and well combined.
Add the Cream and Almonds
Remove the partially baked cake from the oven.
Carefully pour the cream mixture evenly over the top.
Sprinkle the sliced almonds generously over the surface.
Second Bake
Return the cake to the oven and bake for approximately 15 additional minutes.
Check the center with a toothpick. The cake is ready when the toothpick comes out clean or with only a few moist crumbs attached.
Cool and Serve
Remove the cake from the oven and allow it to cool completely before slicing.
Serve at room temperature.
The flavor and texture become even better after the cake rests overnight.
Storage
Keep the cake tightly covered or stored in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
Note: The original recipe does not provide a specific oven temperature, so follow the temperature recommended for a similar apple cake or your source recipe.