This Classic Apple Charlotte Cake is the kind of old-fashioned dessert that fills the whole house with the scent of warm apples and cinnamon. Tender slices of apple sink into a light, golden sponge, creating a cake that is soft, fragrant, and wonderfully simple to make. Serve it warm with a dusting of powdered sugar or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a cozy, crowd-pleasing treat.
Ingredients
- 4-5 apples
- 3 eggs
- 200 g (1 cup) sugar
- 160 g (1 1/4 cups) flour
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- Butter for the pan
Instructions
- Beat the eggs with the sugar until pale and fluffy. Fold in the sifted flour with the baking powder.
- Peel and chop the apples; arrange on the bottom of a buttered pan. Pour the batter over evenly and bake at 180°C (350°F) for 45 minutes.
Tips
- Use tart, firm apples such as Granny Smith or Braeburn so the slices hold their shape and balance the sweet sponge.
- Check the cake with a skewer at 40 minutes; if the top browns too quickly, cover it loosely with foil for the last few minutes.
- Let the cake cool for 15 minutes before slicing so the apple layer sets and the sponge stays tender.
Nutrition: per 100 g: 113 kcal, protein 5.5 g, fat 2.7 g, carbs 15.5 g.
If you love baked apple desserts, try our Warm Apple Crumble and Crispy Apple Rings for more cozy ideas. For a reliable guide to baking with apples, see Allrecipes.