Gateau Pommes – A Delicious French Apple Cake
This classic French apple cake, made with simple pantry staples, is light, buttery, and filled with soft apple pieces in every bite. It’s perfect to enjoy warm with a cup of tea or chilled with a dollop of whipped cream for a little indulgence. Give it a try, and it might just become your go-to dessert for cozy moments!
Servings: 8 slices
Calories: 225kcal
Ingredients
- 600 grams apples or 4 small
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 3 large eggs
- 100 grams fine granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoon vanilla sugar (or vanilla extract)
- 100 grams unsalted butter melted
- 100 grams all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 pinch salt
Instructions
- Peel, core, and chop the apples into medium-sized cubes. Place them in a bowl, drizzle with the lemon juice, and toss well to coat evenly.600 grams apples, 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Set the oven to 180°C (350°F). Line a 20cm (8-inch) round cake tin with baking paper or generously grease and flour the tin.
- In a large mixing bowl, using a hand whisk, whisk together the eggs, sugar, and vanilla sugar (or extract) until the mixture becomes pale.100 grams fine granulated sugar, 3 large eggs, 2 teaspoon vanilla sugar
- Gradually add the melted butter and whisk until smooth and well combined.100 grams unsalted butter
- Sprinkle in the baking powder, flour and salt and whisk until a smooth creamy batter forms.100 grams all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon baking powder, 1 pinch salt
- Gently drain any excess lemon juice from the apples and fold them into the batter until fully coated.
- Pour the batter into the prepared tin and smooth the top. Tap the tin lightly on the counter to release any air bubbles.
- Bake for 35–40 minutes, or until the top is set and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool in the tin for 10 minutes. Transfer to a serving plate, slice, and enjoy warm or at room temperature. Dust with powdered sugar before serving, if desired.
Notes
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Nutrition
Calories: 225kcal | Carbohydrates: 28g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 11g
