Apfeltorte (Apple Cake) Recipe

Name: Apfeltorte (Apple Cake)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 8 each apples small; 1/2 cup raisins, seedless; 2 teaspoons rum or rum extract; 3/4 cup sugar plus 3 tbsp, divided; 1 teaspoon chocolate grated; 3/4 cup butter or margarine, plus 2 tablespoons, divided; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 3 large eggs; 1 teaspoon lemon extract; 1 1/4 cups flour, all-purpose; 1 teaspoon baking powder; 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon; 3 teaspoons almonds ground; 1 x apricot preserves (jam); 1 x powdered sugar sifted

Servings: persons

8 each apples small
1/2 cup raisins, seedless
2 teaspoons rum or rum extract
3/4 cup sugar plus 3 tbsp, divided
1 teaspoon chocolate grated
3/4 cup butter or margarine, plus 2 tablespoons, divided
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3 large eggs
1 teaspoon lemon extract
1 1/4 cups flour, all-purpose
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
3 teaspoons almonds ground
1 x apricot preserves (jam)
1 x powdered sugar sifted

1
Filling:
2
Peel and core apples.
3
Combine raisins, rum, 1 tablespoon of the sugar and the grated chocolate in small saucepan.
4
Bring to boil.
5
Set aside while preparing batter.
6
Batter:
7
Preheat oven to 350F (180C).
8
Lightly grease bottom of 10 1/2 inch springform pan.
9
Cream 3/4 cup of the butter, 3/4 cup of the sugar and vanilla together.
10
Beat in eggs, 1 at a time, and lemon extract, beating until light and fluffy.
11
Sift flour, baking powder and cinnamon together.
12
Gradually beat into creamed mixture.
13
Turn batter into prepared pan; arrange apples on top.
14
Fill apple centers with raisin mixture.
15
Dot with 2 teaspoons of the butter.
16
Bake @ 350 degrees, 45 minutes.
17
Sprinkle with mixture of ground almonds and remaining 2 tablespoons sugar.
18
Bake 10 to 15 minutes longer until apples are tender.
19
Remove from oven.
20
Brush jam over apple opening and sprinkle icing sugar over cake portion.

930

kcal

Calories

Fat

123

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 8 each apples small, 1/2 cup raisins, seedless, 2 teaspoons rum or rum extract, 3/4 cup sugar plus 3 tbsp, divided, and more.

Yes, Apfeltorte (Apple Cake) falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Apfeltorte (Apple Cake)

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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