German Apple Almond Cake Recipe

Name: German Apple Almond Cake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 whole Medium Apples, Peeled, Cored; 1 whole Lemon, Juiced; 7 ounces, weight Almond Paste; 3/4 cups Granulated Sugar; ¼ Tablespoons Unsalted Butter, Melted And Cooled, Plus More For Pan; 4 whole Large Eggs, At Room Temperature; 1/2 teaspoons Orange Zest; 1/2 teaspoons Almond Extract; 1/2 teaspoons Vanilla Extract; 1 cup Plus 3 Tablespoons All-purpose Flour; 1/2 cups Plus 1 Tablespoon Cornstarch; 2 teaspoons Baking Powder; 1/2 teaspoons (heaping) Kosher Salt; 1/2 teaspoons Ground Cinnamon; 1/4 cups Apricot Jam

Servings: persons

4 whole Medium Apples, Peeled, Cored
1 whole Lemon, Juiced
7 ounces, weight Almond Paste
3/4 cups Granulated Sugar
¼ Tablespoons Unsalted Butter, Melted And Cooled, Plus More For Pan
4 whole Large Eggs, At Room Temperature
1/2 teaspoons Orange Zest
1/2 teaspoons Almond Extract
1/2 teaspoons Vanilla Extract
1 cup Plus 3 Tablespoons All-purpose Flour
1/2 cups Plus 1 Tablespoon Cornstarch
2 teaspoons Baking Powder
1/2 teaspoons (heaping) Kosher Salt
1/2 teaspoons Ground Cinnamon
1/4 cups Apricot Jam

1
Preheat oven to 350u00b0F. Butter a 9-inch round springform pan. Line bottom with parchment and butter again.
2
Slice half of the apples into 1/3 inch thick slices. Cut the remaining apples into 1/2 inch cubes. Keep separate. Toss with lemon juice.
3
Grate almond paste on a box grater into the bowl of a standing mixer. Add sugar and beat, using the paddle attachment, until beginning to look paste-like. Drizzle in melted butter while slowly mixing. Increase speed to combine completely.
4
Incorporate eggs one at a time, beating over medium speed. Beat in orange zest and extracts until combined.
5
In another bowl, whisk together dry ingredients (flour, cornstarch, baking powder, salt, cinnamon). This can be done while the sugar and almond paste are mixing. Incorporate dry ingredients into wet ingredients in 3 additions. Do not over-mix.
6
Gently fold in chopped apples. Transfer to the prepared springform pan. Starting in the center and working outwards, shingle the sliced apples on top of the cake in a spiral pattern.
7
Bake for approximately 1 hour and 10 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
8
While cake is still hot, warm the apricot jam for about 20-30 seconds in the microwave, or until fluid. Push through a sieve to remove any chunks. Brush warm jam over top of cake.
9
After about 10 minutes, run a knife along the sides of the cake and remove the ring of the springform pan.
10
Cool completely over a wire rack. Remove bottom of springform pan and parchment. Serve with whipped cream or ice cream, if desired. Enjoy.

821

kcal

Calories

Fat

105

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: 4 whole Medium Apples, Peeled, Cored, 1 whole Lemon, Juiced, 7 ounces, weight Almond Paste, 3/4 cups Granulated Sugar, and more.

Yes, German Apple Almond 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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German Apple Almond Cake

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Variations & substitutions

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