The apple cake with orange juice is a simple yet surprisingly aromatic dessert that combines the delicateness of apples with the citrus flavor of orange. The buttery note adds softness and fragrance, turning a homemade recipe into a refined dessert that pairs perfectly with a luscious vanilla sauce or custard ice cream. Perfect for breakfast, for an afternoon snack that warms the heart and captivates at first bite. Simple to prepare but rich in taste and flavor. This apple cake with orange juice can also be made in a lactose-free version by replacing traditional butter with lactose-free butter or a plant-based alternative.
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- Difficulty: Very Easy
- Cost: Cheap
- Preparation time: 20 Minutes
- Portions: 12 Pieces
- Cooking methods: Oven
- Cuisine: Italian
- Seasonality: Autumn, Winter, and Spring
Ingredients
- 6.3 oz butter
- 4.2 oz sugar
- 3 eggs
- 0.42 cup orange juice
- 8 oz all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1 tbsp orange zest (grated)
- 1 tsp vanilla
- 1 pinch salt
- 2 apples
- 3 tbsps orange marmalade
Tools
- 2 Bowls
- 1 Mixer
- 1 Knife
- 1 Cake Pan
Steps
In a bowl, place the softened butter and beat with electric whisks.
Add the sugar and whip until creamy.
Add the grated orange zest, vanilla, and salt.
Mix and add one egg at a time.
Continue to mix until the eggs are well absorbed into the butter and sugar mixture.
Pour in half of the flour and half of the orange juice.
Mix with the whisks and then add the remaining flour, baking powder, and orange juice.
Mix well.
Butter and flour a 9.5-inch baking pan
Pour the mixture.
Peel the apples and slice them.
Decorate the cake with the apples.
Bake in a preheated static oven at 350°F for 40 minutes.
Remove from oven and immediately brush with warm orange marmalade.
Let cool and remove from the pan.
Tips
It keeps in a cool place for 5 days.
FAQ (Questions and Answers)
Can I make the apple cake with orange juice lactose-free?
Yes, you can replace the butter with lactose-free butter or margarine in the same amounts.
