This German Apple Cake is buttery, fluffy, and moist. Another plus: the slices of apples can be arranged in multiple ways to create intricate (but simple to make) designs that will definitely win some “oohs” and “ahhs.” 
I received this recipe from my friend Ling, who always brings this to dinner parties, just in time for me to make it for Thanksgiving. It was such a hit that I’ll be baking this for Christmas too. She generously is allowing me to share it with you all as well!
Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup of butter (unsalted)
- 1/2 cup of granulated sugar
- 2 eggs
- 1 cup of flour
- 1/2 tsp of baking powder
- 2 tbsp of milk
- 2 whole apples sliced and peeled
- cinnamon for decoration and taste
- powdered sugar for decoration and taste
Directions:
- Pre-heat the oven to 350 degrees F
- Beat the eggs and sugar together until smooth
- Add the melted butter and continue to beat the mixture until fully combined
- In a separate bowl, mix the flour and baking powder and then add to the wet ingredients above
- Stir in the milk
- Pour the batter into a greased 9 or 10-inch pan
- Place the apple wedges into the batter, in whichever pattern you please
- Sprinkle cinnamon on top
- Bake for 30 – 35 minutes, until the top is golden and when a toothpick inserted into the cake comes out clean
- Let cool and sprinkle some powdered sugar if desired
Admittedly, I didn’t have time to peel the apples (I was in a pinch), so I left the skin on. The red gala apple skin ended up brightening the cake and it wasn’t tough at all once baked!
What are some of your favorite desserts for the holidays?
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