This cake tastes and smells just like grandma’s kitchen. This caramelized apple cake is like a warm hug—bake it and enjoy it with your family in the comfort of your home. Let’s get to the recipe!
Ingredients for the Caramelized Apple Cake:
Batter:
- ¾ cup whole milk;
- 1 cup all-purpose flour;
- 3 tbsp cornstarch;
- 2 eggs;
- 1 cup granulated sugar;
- 3 tbsp butter, melted;
- 1 tbsp baking powder.
Topping/Filling:
- 2 large apples;
- 1 cup granulated sugar;
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon.
How to make Caramelized Apple Cake:
- In a mixing bowl, combine the eggs and sugar, whisking for a few minutes until well blended;
- Add the melted butter and mix well;
- Pour in the milk and stir until combined;
- Sift in the all-purpose flour and cornstarch;
- Mix continuously until the batter is smooth and no lumps remain;
- Fold in the baking powder until incorporated;
- In your baking pan, sprinkle the sugar and cinnamon, mixing them slightly to cover the bottom evenly;
- Arrange the apple slices over the sugar and cinnamon mixture;
- Pour the batter over the apples and bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (180°C) for about 45 to 50 minutes;
- Once golden and set, let it cool slightly, invert, and serve. Enjoy!
Pro Tip:
Choose firm, tart apples, as they are ideal for baking and will hold their texture and flavor perfectly throughout the cooking process.
Did you know?
This caramelized apple cake is a cousin of the famous French Tarte Tatin. Legend has it that this dessert was created by accident in the 19th century when the Tatin sisters, who owned a hotel in Lamotte-Beuvron, France, accidentally burned an apple pie. Trying to salvage the dish, they topped the apples with caramelized sugar; when they flipped the pie to serve it, they discovered a delicious, caramelized crust. Thus, the Tarte Tatin was born, becoming a timeless French classic.
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