Gateau Rustique (Apple Cinnamon Cake) Recipe

Name: Gateau Rustique (Apple Cinnamon Cake)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups all-purpose flour; 4 teaspoons baking powder; ½ tablespoon baking soda; 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon; 1 teaspoon salt; 2 eggs; ½ cup vegetable oil; ½ cup apple juice; ¼ cup honey; 1 cup brown sugar, packed; 3 apples, peeled and grated; 1 ½ cups dates, coarsely chopped; 1 cup pecans, coarsely chopped

Servings: persons

2 cups all-purpose flour
4 teaspoons baking powder
½ tablespoon baking soda
1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon salt
2 eggs
½ cup vegetable oil
½ cup apple juice
¼ cup honey
1 cup brown sugar, packed
3 apples, peeled and grated
1 ½ cups dates, coarsely chopped
1 cup pecans, coarsely chopped

1
Preheat oven to 375F Grease a 10-inch Bundt pan.
2
Combine the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon and salt, and set aside.
3
Beat the eggs until they are creamy and pale, add the oil in a slow, steady stream while beating.
4
Add the apple juice, honey, brown sugar and apples.
5
Mix well.
6
Beat in the dry ingredients with a wooden spoon, then stir in the dates and pecans.
7
Spoon the mixture into the prepared pan, and bake until a toothpick inserted in the center coms out clean, about 50 minutes.
8
Let cool for 10 minutes, then unmould.
9
Serve the cake warm with a scoop of ice cream and, if possible, some stewed apples.

1067

kcal

Calories

Fat

136

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

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.
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: 2 cups all-purpose flour, 4 teaspoons baking powder, ½ tablespoon baking soda, 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon, and more.

Yes, Gateau Rustique (Apple Cinnamon 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.

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Gateau Rustique (Apple Cinnamon Cake)

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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