Apple Cake with Cream: The Soft Magic of a Classic to Start Every Day Well: When it comes to breakfast desserts, nothing beats the comforting perfection of a homemade Apple Cake. What if I told you there’s a secret ingredient that makes it absolutely unforgettable? We’re talking about Fresh Cream, which when added directly to the batter, transforms the cake into a cloud of moist softness. The advantage? By adding the cream, you won’t need to add butter, oil, or yogurt! It alone will provide an unparalleled texture and a delicate, enveloping flavor. Today, I want to gift you this recipe for a timeless classic, revisited to achieve maximum softness. This is the ideal cake for everyone, and I recommend it whenever we want to celebrate a special moment, or simply make any day special.
- Cost: Economical
- Rest time: 10 Days
- Preparation time: 15 Minutes
- Portions: 10
- Cooking methods: Oven
- Cuisine: Italian
- Seasonality: Autumn, Winter, and Spring
- Energy 209.47 (Kcal)
- Carbohydrates 35.74 (g) of which sugars 15.20 (g)
- Proteins 2.91 (g)
- Fat 7.10 (g) of which saturated 0.01 (g)of which unsaturated 0.02 (g)
- Fibers 0.55 (g)
- Sodium 37.74 (mg)
Indicative values for a portion of 100 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
Here is the complete list for your tall, soft, and flavorful cake.
- 2 cups g all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup g cornstarch
- 3/4 cup ml whipping cream (not whipped)
- 3/4 cup g sugar
- 16 g baking powder (for cakes)
- 1 lemon zest
- 3 eggs
- 1 pinch salt
- 2 apples
Nutritional Values (Estimated per Serving)
Calories: 290 kcal
Total Fats: 16 g
Carbohydrates: 32 g
Proteins: 5 g
Tools
To make this Apple Cake with Cream, no professional tools are needed! Below is the list of essential tools that will help you achieve a fluffy batter and even baking.
- 1 Electric Whisk electric whisks
- 1 Bowl large bowl
- 1 Small Bowl bowl
- 1 Food Scale kitchen scale
- 1 Sieve fine mesh sieve
- 1 Grater zest grater
- 1 Baking Pan rectangular baking pan
Steps
Apple Cake with Cream: recipe in the easy, soft and moist rectangular mold, perfect for breakfast. The classic dessert with cream and lemon
1. Prepare the base (15 min!): Using electric whisks, beat the eggs with the sugar, pinch of salt, and cinnamon for about 15 minutes, until the mixture triples in volume, appearing thick and frothy.
2. Add the ingredients: Gradually add the fresh cream (liquid, not whipped at room temperature) to the egg and sugar mixture, and finally the flour, baking powder, and cornstarch, sifted.
4. Mix well until you get a smooth mixture without lumps.
5. Prepare and add the apples: Peel and remove hard parts with a knife, cut into cubes in a bowl and add a splash of lemon juice, mixing everything with a spoon.
6. Mix the mixture with half of the apples.
7. Bake: Pour the mixture into the rectangular pan (about 8×12 in) greased and floured. Spread the apples on top and sprinkle with some extra granulated sugar.
8. Cook: Bake in a preheated static oven at 356°F for 40/45 minutes. Always do the toothpick test.
Don’t wait for the right occasion: create your perfect moment! Make this Apple Cake with Cream today and fill your home with a wonderful aroma. Imagine slicing the first square, feeling that moist and soft texture under your fingers… Call friends for tea or enjoy it with your family. Take a photo of your masterpiece and share your #sweetmoment!
Storage Keep in an airtight container at room temperature. Stays fresh for 3-4 days.
Notes Cream should be liquid and at room temperature.
If you prefer, you can use whole yogurt instead of cream.
For a crunchier effect, add some almond flakes on top before baking.
Serving Cut into convenient squares and serve with a dusting of powdered sugar.
Great to enjoy with a cup of coffee or steaming tea.
Apple Cake with Cream
FAQ (Questions and Answers)
We have collected here the most frequently asked questions about this Apple Cake with Cream to ensure your result is always “Platinum Level”. You will find practical tips on ingredients, variations, and storage.
Can I use a larger pan?
Yes, but the cake will be lower. In that case, reduce the baking time to about 30-35 minutes and check cooking with a toothpick.
How can I make the cake even more moist?
For extreme moisture, you can brush the top of the cake, just out of the oven, with a simple syrup (water and sugar) or with diluted lemon juice.
Can the cream be plant-based?
Yes, if you have no issues with allergens, you can use plant-based cream. Make sure it is not overly sweetened.
Is cornstarch mandatory?
It is highly recommended! Together with the cream, it is the ingredient that gives the cake that unparalleled light and fluffy texture. You can replace it with an equal amount of potato starch.
What happens if I use sweetened cream?
If the cream is already sweetened, you will need to reduce the amount of granulated sugar by about 20-30 grams to balance the flavor and avoid the cake being too sweet.
Can I add cocoa?
Yes, for a marbled variant, you can remove 2 tablespoons of flour and add 2 tablespoons of unsweetened cocoa to part of the batter, then mix quickly before baking.
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