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Pastel Alemán con Relleno de Manzana

Pastel Alemán con Relleno de Manzana

Indulge in the comforting delight of Pastel Alemán con Relleno de Manzana, a traditional German apple cake that beautifully melds the flavors of spiced apples and fluffy cake. This easy-to-make dessert is ideal for family gatherings, holidays, or a cozy night in. The warm apple filling, infused with lemon zest and cinnamon, complements the airy texture of the cake perfectly. Whether enjoyed warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or dusted with powdered sugar, this dessert will surely impress your guests and become a beloved recipe in your home.

Ingredients

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  • 2 large eggs
  • 100 g granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla sugar or extract
  • 100 ml whole milk
  • 20 g unsalted butter, melted and cooled
  • 80 g all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • A pinch of fine sea salt
  • Zest of 1 lemon
  • 45 medium apples (about 750 g)
  • Juice of ½ fresh lemon
  • 23 tablespoons powdered sugar for dusting

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and grease a baking dish.
  2. Peel, core, and thinly slice the apples. Toss them in a bowl with fresh lemon juice.
  3. In another mixing bowl, whisk together eggs and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Add vanilla, milk, and melted butter; mix until combined.
  4. In a separate bowl, combine flour, baking powder, salt, and lemon zest. Gradually fold into the wet mixture until just combined.
  5. Pour half of the batter into the greased dish, layer sliced apples on top, then pour remaining batter over the apples.
  6. Bake for 30–35 minutes until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
  7. Let cool slightly before dusting with powdered sugar and serving.

Nutrition

Keywords: Choose tart apples like Granny Smith for an optimal flavor balance. For added depth, consider incorporating spices like nutmeg or allspice into the batter. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days.