Apple Cake (Sharlotka)
A light and airy Russian-style apple cake made with just a few pantry staples. Sweet apples are nestled in a fluffy sponge—perfect with a dusting of powdered sugar and a cup of tea.
Ingredients
- 3 –4 medium apples peeled, cored, and sliced
- 3 large eggs
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- Powdered sugar for dusting
- Flour for pan
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease and flour a 9-inch springform pan.
- Peel and thinly slice the apples. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, beat eggs and sugar 6–8 mins until thick and pale.
- Add vanilla. Gently fold in sifted flour until combined.
- Layer apples into the pan. Pour batter over.
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Notes
- For extra flavor, add a pinch of cinnamon or lemon zest to the batter.
- Granny Smith or Honeycrisp apples hold their shape well during baking.
- This cake is best served the day it's made, slightly warm or at room temperature.