The sharlotka or Russian apple cake is a dessert made without yeast: a kind of sponge cake enriched with lots of apple pieces. That’s why the recipe only requires a few simple ingredients and few steps: just a bit of care and precision between each step to achieve a light and fluffy cake perfect for breakfast or a snack. As it contains neither butter nor milk in the dough, this apple cake is naturally lactose or milk protein-free, making it perfect for those with allergies or intolerances.
At the end of the article in the FAQ section, you’ll find some frequently asked questions that I tried to answer. If you have any other doubts or curiosities, leave a comment or use the appropriate form.
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- Difficulty: Medium
- Cost: Very cheap
- Preparation time: 20 Minutes
- Portions: 8
- Cooking methods: Oven
- Cuisine: Italian
- Seasonality: All seasons
- Energy 218.17 (Kcal)
- Carbohydrates 46.68 (g) of which sugars 35.83 (g)
- Proteins 4.64 (g)
- Fat 2.04 (g) of which saturated 0.88 (g)of which unsaturated 1.06 (g)
- Fibers 2.96 (g)
- Sodium 33.04 (mg)
Indicative values for a portion of 80 g processed in an automated way starting from the nutritional information available on the CREA* and FoodData Central** databases. It is not food and / or nutritional advice.
* CREATES Food and Nutrition Research Center: https://www.crea.gov.it/alimenti-e-nutrizione https://www.alimentinutrizione.it ** U.S. Department of Agriculture, Agricultural Research Service. FoodData Central, 2019. https://fdc.nal.usda.gov
Ingredients
- 5 apples
- 3 eggs
- 1 cup g sugar
- 1 cup g all-purpose flour
- 1 pinch pinch ground cinnamon
Tools
- Stand Mixer
- Sifter
- Bowls
- Spatulas
- Parchment Paper
- Baking Pan
Sharlotka Recipe (Russian Apple Cake)
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Start preparing the sharlotka – the Russian apple cake – by beating the eggs and sugar: I recommend using a stand mixer for this step as the mixture needs to beat for at least 15 minutes and triple (or even quadruple) in volume.
Alternatively, you can use an electric beater. When the mixture is white, firm, and fluffy, you can stop beating.
While working the eggs and sugar, wash and peel the apples. Remove the core and cut them into cubes. Add some cinnamon if you like and set aside.
Sift the flour: it’s better to do this a couple of times to avoid lumps in the batter.
Add the flour to the egg and sugar mixture a little at a time so as not to deflate it, incorporating it with a spatula with gentle movements from the bottom to the top.
Line a 22 cm (8.5-inch) baking pan with parchment paper and pour in the previously chopped apples.
Pour the batter into the pan directly over the apples without mixing them.
Bake the sharlotka or Russian apple cake in a preheated static oven at 350°F for about 50 minutes. Let the cake cool slightly before removing it from the pan. If desired, sprinkle a little powdered sugar on top.
Sharlotka or Russian Apple Cake
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FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions)
I’m not good with yeast-free cakes, can I add some?
You can add half a packet.
What types of apples can be used?
I recommend Pink Lady, Golden Delicious, Renetta, Stark Delicious, or even Granny Smith if you prefer a more tart flavor.
How long does it keep?
2-3 days (better if in the fridge).
Due to the presence of fruit pieces, I do not recommend freezing it.
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