Baked Apple Cake Dutch Style (Printable)

Warm casserole-style apple cake with tender fruit and aromatic spices, inspired by Dutch flavors for a comforting breakfast.

# What You Need:

→ Apples

01 - 3 large apples (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp), peeled, cored, and thinly sliced
02 - 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice

→ Dry Ingredients

03 - 2 cups all-purpose flour
04 - 1 teaspoon baking powder
05 - 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
06 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
07 - 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
08 - 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg

→ Wet Ingredients

09 - 3/4 cup granulated sugar
10 - 1/3 cup packed light brown sugar
11 - 2 large eggs
12 - 1 cup whole milk
13 - 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted and cooled
14 - 2 teaspoons vanilla extract

→ Topping

15 - 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
16 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon

# How To Make It:

01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with butter or nonstick spray.
02 - In a large bowl, toss the sliced apples with lemon juice to prevent browning. Set aside.
03 - In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
04 - In another large bowl, whisk granulated sugar, brown sugar, and eggs until smooth. Add milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract, whisking until fully combined.
05 - Gradually add dry ingredients to wet ingredients, stirring until just combined. Do not overmix to maintain a tender crumb.
06 - Fold in the prepared apples. Pour batter into greased baking dish and spread evenly.
07 - In a small bowl, mix topping sugar and cinnamon. Sprinkle evenly over the batter.
08 - Bake for 40 minutes, or until golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
09 - Allow cake to cool slightly before serving. Serve warm, optionally with powdered sugar or crème fraîche.

# Expert Hints:

01 -
  • Comforting Flavors: Aromatic spices like cinnamon and nutmeg paired with tender, sliced apples.
  • Casserole Style: An easy-to-bake breakfast that serves a crowd with minimal effort.
  • Moist Texture: A soft, golden cake base that highlights the natural juiciness of the fruit.
02 -
  • Don't Overmix: Stir until the dry and wet ingredients are just combined to keep the cake texture light and soft.
  • Apple Choice: Using tart apples like Granny Smith provides a wonderful contrast to the sweet cake batter.
  • Check for Doneness: Use a toothpick to ensure the center is fully set before removing the cake from the oven.
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