A Rustic Recipe to Savor the Flavors of Fall
Peel the apples and dice two of them into small pieces. Toss them with the lemon juice to keep them from browning. Cut the remaining apple into thin slices to decorate the top of the cake.
3. Beat the wet ingredients.
In a large bowl, beat the eggs and sugar until the mixture becomes lighter in color and slightly foamy. Add the melted, slightly cooled butter and lemon zest.
4. Add the dry ingredients.
In a separate bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt. Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring until you have a smooth batter.
5. Fold in the apples.
Gently fold the diced apples into the batter.
6. Decorate the cake.
Pour the batter into the prepared pan and arrange the apple slices on top. Sprinkle with a little extra sugar and cinnamon if you like.
7. Bake.
Bake for about 40–50 minutes, until the cake is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean or with just a few dry crumbs.
8. Let it cool.
Allow the cake to rest in the pan for 10–15 minutes before removing it. Transfer it to a wire rack to cool.
✨ The Finishing Touch
Serve the cake slightly warm or at room temperature. For an extra-cozy treat, enjoy it with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
Fall tip: Sprinkle a little cinnamon over each slice just before serving to bring out that comforting aroma that makes everyone want to linger at the table a little longer. 🍎🍂
Because sometimes, the magic of fall is as simple as an apple, a little cinnamon, and a freshly baked cake.
