⏱ Quick Overview
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Total Time: 55 minutes
Servings: 8
Difficulty: Easy
Perfect for cosy afternoons or Sunday brunch — with layers of apples and a cinnamon-sugar crust that melts in your mouth! ✨
⭐ Why You’ll Love This Recipe
🍏 Perfect balance of buttery cake and juicy apples
☕ Ideal pairing with coffee, tea, or mulled wine
✨ Easy enough for beginners, impressive enough for guests
🥮 A rustic yet elegant dessert with a timeless charm
🌿 Uses everyday ingredients found in any pantry
💛 Comforting flavours that bring warmth to every bite
🎉 Flexible for brunch, celebrations, or casual afternoons
Step 2: Grease the pan
Lightly butter and flour your springform pan.
💡 Secret: A thin layer of breadcrumbs instead of flour prevents sticking and adds crunch.
Step 3: Pour the base layer
Spread two-thirds of the batter into the pan evenly.
💡 Tip: Use a spatula dipped in warm water for smooth spreading.
Step 4: Slice the apples
Peel, core, quarter, and thinly slice the apples. Arrange in a ring pattern.
💡 Secret: Sprinkle a little lemon juice to keep them from browning.
Step 5: Add the top batter
Mix the remaining batter with milk, then pour gently over the apples.
💡 Tip: Use a spoon to spread softly without disturbing the apple layer.
Step 6: Add butter shavings
Grate frozen butter on top of the batter.
💡 Secret: Chilled butter creates delicate golden bubbles when baked.
Step 7: Sprinkle cinnamon sugar
Scatter evenly over the cake surface.
💡 Tip: Add a pinch of nutmeg for extra warmth.
Step 8: Bake to perfection
Bake for 40 minutes at 180°C / 356°F until golden brown.
💡 Secret: Place a heatproof bowl of water on the oven floor for extra moisture.
Step 9: Cool and set
Remove from the oven, let it rest in the tin for 10 minutes, then release.
💡 Tip: Use a knife along the edges before unclipping to prevent tearing.
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