Passover ‘Big Apple’ Torte Recipe

Name: Passover ‘Big Apple’ Torte
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 6 large eggs, separated, at room temperature; 1 3/4 cups sugar; 3/4 cup matzo cake meal; 3/4 cup potato starch; 1 cup apple juice; 1 tablespoon grated lemon rind; 1/2 teaspoon vanilla; 3 large golden delicious apples, peeled, cored and thinly sliced (1 1/2 pounds); 1 teaspoon cinnamon; 1 tablespoon sugar

Servings: persons

1
Set oven rack at middle of oven; preheat oven to 325 degrees F.
2
Grease a 9x13 inch pan.
3
In a large bowl with an electric mixer, beat egg yolks until thick and pale, add sugar gradually. Beat until very thick.
4
In a small bowl, sift together matzo cake meal and potato starch. Add to yolk mixture alternately with apple juice, beginning and ending with matzo mixture and blending after each addition.
5
Add lemon rind and vanilla. Beat until combined well.
6
In a separate bowl with clean beaters, beat egg whites until they just hold stiff peaks.
7
Stir 1/2 cup of the beaten egg whites into the apple juice mixture. Fold in remaining egg whites gently but thoroughly.
8
Pour into pan; spread evenly. Arrange apple slices on top, overlapping them slightly.
9
In a small bowl, stir together 1 T. sugar and cinnamon; sprinkle over apples.
10
Bake about 50 to 55 minutes or until golden and cake tester comes out clean.
11
Let cool in pan on a wire rack.

678

kcal

Calories

Fat

121

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

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 6 large eggs, separated, at room temperature, 1 3/4 cups sugar, 3/4 cup matzo cake meal, 3/4 cup potato starch, and more.

Yes, Passover ‘Big Apple’ Torte 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!

Passover ‘Big Apple’ Torte

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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