Apple Pan Dowdy Recipe

Name: Apple Pan Dowdy
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/3 cup brown sugar, packed; 1/2 cup maraschino cherry, chopped; 4 tablespoons butter; 1 cup cake flour; 1 teaspoon baking powder; 1/8 teaspoon salt; 1 egg; 1/2 cup sugar; 1/3 cup milk; 2 cups tart green apples, peeled, cored and sliced; 1/2 - 3/4 cup walnuts, chopped; 1 pie pastry; 1 tablespoon sugar (to garnish)

Servings: persons

1/3 cup brown sugar, packed
1/2 cup maraschino cherry, chopped
4 tablespoons butter
1 cup cake flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/8 teaspoon salt
1 egg
1/2 cup sugar
1/3 cup milk
2 cups tart green apples, peeled, cored and sliced
1/2 - 3/4 cup walnuts, chopped
1 pie pastry
1 tablespoon sugar (to garnish)

1
Cover apples with salt water to prevent discoloration.
2
Melt 2 tbsp butter in a 6-8 inch baking dish.
3
Add brown sugar, stir until dissolved.
4
Remove apples from water.
5
Arrange in baking dish.
6
Sprinkle with walnuts and cherries.
7
Sift flour, baking powder, and salt together.
8
Combine with remaining butter, eggs, sugar and milk, stirring well.
9
Pour batter over apples.
10
Sprinkle 1 tbsp sugar on top of batter.
11
Bake at 350*-375* for 35 minute.
12
Loosen cake from sides of pan with spatula.
13
Invert onto platter.
14
May be served with whipped cream or ice cream.

584

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* 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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/3 cup brown sugar, packed, 1/2 cup maraschino cherry, chopped, 4 tablespoons butter, 1 cup cake flour, and more.

Yes, Apple Pan Dowdy 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!

Apple Pan Dowdy

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