Apple pie

Apple Cake Recipe: A Flavorful Delight

Preparation time: 30 minutes
Baking time: 45-50 minutes
Total time: 1 hour and 20 minutes
Number of servings: 8

Discover the taste of a quick and simple dessert with this apple cake recipe. Combining the sweet and tart flavors of apples with a fluffy texture, this cake quickly becomes a favorite choice for any occasion. Let's get started!

Ingredients:
- 1 kg tart apples (you can use Granny Smith or other varieties of your choice)
- 4 eggs
- 2 cups of sugar (one for the batter, one for caramel)
- 2 cups of flour
- 5 tablespoons of water
- 5 tablespoons of oil (sunflower oil is ideal)
- 2 tablespoons of sugar for caramelizing
- Zest of one lemon (for an extra flavor)
- Flavorings to taste (vanilla or rum)
- A pinch of salt
- 1 tablespoon of butter (for added richness in flavor)

Preparation:

1. Preparing the apples: Start by washing the apples well. Using a special tool, remove the cores. If the apples are smaller, you can leave them whole. If you prefer, you can cut them in half for easier filling.

2. Preheating the oven: Set the oven to 180°C (350°F) to prepare it for baking.

3. Preparing the batter: In a large bowl, beat the 4 eggs with 2 cups of sugar until you achieve a smooth and fluffy mixture. This process will add air to the batter, giving it a light texture.

4. Adding wet ingredients: Add the oil, water, and your preferred flavorings, mixing well. The lemon zest will add a note of freshness and enhance the flavor of the apples.

5. Dry ingredients: In another bowl, combine the flour with the pinch of salt. Gradually incorporate the flour mixture into the egg mixture, stirring with a spatula until you obtain a uniform batter.

6. Filling the apples: Fill the apples with the batter obtained, leaving a little space at the top, as the batter will rise during baking.

7. Baking: Grease a baking dish with butter and place the filled apples in it. Sprinkle 2 tablespoons of sugar on top to create a delicious caramel. Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for about 45-50 minutes or until the cake is golden and a toothpick inserted into the batter comes out clean.

8. Cooling and serving: Let the cake cool in the dish for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a platter. It can be served warm or at room temperature, alongside vanilla ice cream or caramel sauce for an extra flavor boost.

Practical tips:
- If you want a more intense flavor, experiment with spices like cinnamon or nutmeg, adding them to the batter.
- You can replace some of the flour with ground nuts for a more interesting texture.
- This recipe can be adapted with other fruits, such as pears or peaches, for a delicious seasonal variation.

This apple cake will surely become a family favorite, and its enticing aromas will fill the house with good cheer. Enjoy every slice and let yourself be carried away by its flavors and scents!

 Ingredients: 1 kg of sour apples or depending on the tray in which we make the cake, 4 eggs, 2 cups of sugar, 2 cups of flour, 5 tablespoons of water, 5 tablespoons of oil, 2 tablespoons of sugar, lemon zest, essence to taste, a pinch of salt, 1 tablespoon of butter.