Vanilla Apple Cake With Cream Cheese Frosting

Name: Vanilla Apple Cake With Cream Cheese Frosting
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: CAKE; 1 lb firm apple, peeled, cored and chopped into fine pieces; 1 tablespoon brandy; 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour; 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 1 large pinch ground cloves; 1 teaspoon baking powder; 6 ounces unsalted butter; 1/2 of a vanilla bean; 6 eggs, separated; 2 teaspoons vanilla extract; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1 1/4 cups sugar; VANILLA CREAM CHEESE FROSTING; 4 ounces unsalted butter; 7 ounces cream cheese; 3/4 cup powdered sugar; seeds from 1/2 vanilla bean

Servings: persons

CAKE
1 lb firm apple, peeled, cored and chopped into fine pieces
1 tablespoon brandy
1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 large pinch ground cloves
1 teaspoon baking powder
6 ounces unsalted butter
1/2 of a vanilla bean
6 eggs, separated
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 1/4 cups sugar
VANILLA CREAM CHEESE FROSTING
4 ounces unsalted butter
7 ounces cream cheese
3/4 cup powdered sugar
seeds from 1/2 vanilla bean

1
CAKE:
2
Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Line the bottom of a 10-inch springform cake pan with parchment lined bottom and set aside.
3
Placed prepared apples in a bowl and pour brandy over the apples.
4
Sift the flour, cinnamon, cloves and baking powder, and set aside.
5
Strip the vanilla seeds from the bean, then place the seeds, pod and butter into a small saucepan.
6
Cook over low heat until the butter turns brown it will take on a nutty smell and will have an intense vanilla flavor.
7
Remove the vanilla bean and let cool to room temperature.
8
Separate the eggs and whip the yolks with the vanilla extract and salt. When the egg yolks start to change color and start to get fluffy, add 3/4 cup of the sugar and continue to whip until light in color.
9
Fold in the butter mixture, then fold in the sifted flour mixture (the batter will be thick).
10
Fold in apples and Brandy.
11
Whip the egg whites until fluffy, then add the remaining 1/2 cup of sugar and continue to whip until stiff.
12
Fold the whites into the cake batter in thirds.
13
When well mixed, pour into the cake pan and bake for 45 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
14
Let the cake cool on a wire rack.
15
When cool, run a butter knife around the edge to loosen then turn out onto a plate and top with vanilla cream cheese frosting.
16
FROSTING:
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Place the unsalted butter, vanilla seeds and the powdered sugar in the mixer with the paddle attachment (if available).
18
Beat until soft and well creamed.
19
Add the cream cheese and continue to mix until well combined.
20
Spread on top of the cooled cake. Refrigerate the cake until the frosting is firm, about 30 minutes.

1519

kcal

Calories

Fat

149

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.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 18 ingredients. The key ingredients include: CAKE, 1 lb firm apple, peeled, cored and chopped into fine pieces, 1 tablespoon brandy, 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour, and more.

Yes, Vanilla Apple Cake With Cream Cheese Frosting 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!