Description
Pastel Alemán con Relleno de Manzana is a delightful German apple cake that combines the warmth of fresh apples with a light, fluffy cake batter. Perfect for any occasion, from family gatherings to cozy afternoons, this dessert is sure to impress with its rich flavors and inviting aroma. The sweet apple filling, enhanced by a hint of lemon zest, pairs beautifully with the soft cake, creating a comforting treat that everyone will love. Serve it warm with a dusting of powdered sugar or alongside a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an irresistible dessert experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large eggs
- 100g granulated sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla sugar or extract
- 100ml whole milk
- 20g melted unsalted butter
- 80g all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- Fresh zest of 1 lemon
- 4–5 medium apples (approx. 750g)
- Juice of ½ lemon
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F).
- Peel and slice apples; toss with lemon juice.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together eggs, sugar, and vanilla until fluffy.
- Gradually add milk and melted butter, mixing well.
- In another bowl, combine flour, baking powder, salt, and lemon zest; mix into wet ingredients.
- Pour half the batter into a greased baking dish; layer apple slices on top.
- Cover with remaining batter and bake for 30-35 minutes until golden brown.
- Let cool slightly before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: German
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: Use fresh apples for best flavor. Experiment with spices like cinnamon for added warmth. Allow the cake to cool completely before slicing for better structure.