Maya cake with apples and cream cheese
The perfect dessert for lovers of fluffy and aromatic cakes, the Maya cake with apples and cream cheese is an excellent choice for any occasion. This simple yet refined recipe combines the sweet-and-sour taste of apples with the creaminess of cheese, offering an explosion of flavors in every slice. Moreover, it is quick to prepare, making it an ideal dessert for a party or a gathering with friends. Let's get started!
Preparation time: 20 minutes
Baking time: 40 minutes
Total time: 1 hour
Number of servings: 12
Ingredients:
- 4 large apples (preferably tart apples, such as Granny Smith)
- 200 g sugar
- 250 g cottage cheese (or cream cheese for a smoother texture)
- 200 g sour cream
- 3 eggs
- 150 g flour
- 1 packet of baking powder
- 1 teaspoon of cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
- A pinch of salt
- Butter for greasing the pan
Preparation:
1. Preheat the oven to 180°C. Choose a 24 cm diameter cake pan and grease it with butter to prevent the cake from sticking.
2. Wash and peel the apples, then slice them thinly. You can sprinkle them with a little lemon juice to prevent oxidation.
3. In a large bowl, combine the cottage cheese with the sour cream, 100 g of sugar, eggs, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and a pinch of salt. Use an electric mixer to achieve a smooth and creamy mixture.
4. In another bowl, mix the flour with the baking powder. Gradually add the flour mixture to the cheese mixture, stirring with a spatula until everything is well incorporated.
5. Start assembling the cake: pour half of the batter into the prepared pan, add a uniform layer of sliced apples, then pour the remaining batter on top. Make sure the apples are completely covered.
6. Bake the cake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until golden and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Serving suggestions:
This delicious cake can be served plain or dusted with powdered sugar for an elegant look. Serve it alongside a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a caramel sauce for a perfect contrast of textures. You can also accompany it with a cup of tea or coffee for an unforgettable culinary experience.
Variations:
To add a personal twist to the Maya cake, try replacing the apples with caramelized pears. You can also experiment with adding chopped nuts or raisins to the batter for extra texture. Cinnamon can be replaced with cardamom or nutmeg to diversify the flavors.
This apple and cream cheese cake recipe is not only simple but also full of flavor, making it perfect for any occasion. Get ready to impress your friends and family with this quick and delicious dessert!
Sponge Cake: The egg yolks and sugar are beaten over a steam bath until thickened. Vanilla is added, and the mixture is taken off the heat. Flour is incorporated, followed by the stiffly beaten egg whites, mixing gently. The batter is poured into a buttered and well-floured cake pan and baked for about 25 minutes at 160 degrees C. The apples are peeled and sliced using a grater. The pudding powder along with 50 g of sugar is dissolved in the apple juice and brought to a boil, stirring continuously. Once boiling, the apples are added and cooked for another 2 minutes. The sponge cake is cut in half, the first half is placed in the cake pan, covered with the apple mixture, and refrigerated for 2 hours until the mixture sets. The remaining half of the sponge cake is placed on top. The cottage cheese is thoroughly mixed with 3 tablespoons of powdered sugar (the remaining 30 g). Heavy cream is whipped until stiff and folded into the cheese mixture. This cream is used to cover the cake. Enjoy your meal! The recipe for Maya Cake with apples and cheese cream was proposed by Austiaca2 on the recipe forum.
Ingredients: 750 g peeled and sliced apples using a cucumber grater, 1 packet of vanilla pudding, 80 g powdered sugar, 450 ml apple juice, 100 g cottage cheese, 200 ml liquid cream, one sponge cake made from: 4 large eggs, 130 g sugar, 130 g flour, vanilla extract. The quantities are for a round cake mold with a diameter of 26 cm.
