Best 5 Apfel Kuchen Recipes

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Indulge in the tantalizing world of German baking with our comprehensive guide to Apfel Kuchen, the quintessential apple cake that embodies the essence of comfort and tradition. Apfel Kuchen holds a cherished place in German culinary heritage, captivating hearts with its rustic charm and delectable flavors. This article presents a delightful selection of Apfel Kuchen recipes, each offering unique variations on this classic dessert. From the simplicity of a traditional German Apfelkuchen to the exquisite elegance of an Austrian Apple Strudel, our collection encompasses a range of tastes and textures that will satisfy every palate. Whether you prefer a crispy crust, a tender crumb, or a rich filling bursting with apple goodness, we have the perfect recipe for you. Join us on a culinary journey as we explore the diverse world of Apfel Kuchen, discovering the secrets behind its enduring popularity and creating unforgettable moments of indulgence.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

GRANDMA GELDNER'S APFEL KUCHEN (APPLE KUCHEN)



Grandma Geldner's Apfel Kuchen (Apple Kuchen) image

This comes from a rich German heritage. Grandma always made the best "apfel" kuchen. Her recipes were always simple, but tasted great!

Provided by WI Cheesehead

Categories     Dessert

Time 55m

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

4 -5 cups baking apples, Granny Smith (or other)
1 1/4 cups white flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
2 teaspoons sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup unsalted butter
1 egg
2 tablespoons milk
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
3/4 cup sugar
1 1/2 tablespoons white flour
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F.
  • Mix 1 1/4 cup flour, baking powder, 2 tsp sugar, and salt and sift once.
  • Cut 1/2 cup butter into dry mix with a pastry blender to pea size.
  • In a small bowl, beat egg with 2 T milk and add to dry mix.
  • Mix thoroughly and pat dough into a greased or oiled 9x13-inch baking dish.
  • Pare and core apples.
  • Cut into thin wedge slices and place on dough in rows until covered. We would cover the thin end of one apple with the thick end of the other.
  • Dot apples with 2 T butter and mix 3/4 cup sugar, 1 1/2 Tbs flour and cinnamon together.
  • Spread dry topping over dotted apples, and bake in oven for 30-45 minutes, until golden brown.

APFEL KUCHEN (APPLE CAKE)



Apfel Kuchen (apple cake) image

This is my great grossmutter Weirauch's recipe. She came over to America from Germany as a teenager. It is one of the few "original" recipes I have of hers. The mace gives it a distinctive taste. I hope you enjoy it!

Provided by Shelly Weirauch Ferguson

Categories     Cakes

Time 1h

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 c flour
2 tsp baking powder
2 Tbsp shortening
1 c sugar
1 egg
1/2 tsp mace
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 c milk (little less than 1/2 cup)
2-3 c chopped apples
1/2 c sugar
4 Tbsp butter
1 dash(es) salt
1/2 c sugar
1/4 c flour

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Grease and flour glass 9 X 13.
  • 2. Sift first two dry ingredients. Set aside.
  • 3. In mixing bowl, cream shortening and 1 cup of sugar. Add egg. Add sifted dry ingredients along with mace and salt. Add milk.
  • 4. Spread in prepared 9 x 13. (I use a greased spatula to help spread). Top with apples. Sprinkle 1/2 cup sugar over top.
  • 5. In bowl prepare struesel. (4 T. butter, 1/2 cup sugar, 1/4 cup flour). Crumble struesel over apples on cake.
  • 6. Bake for 40 minutes.

APFEL KUCHEN



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Apple topping for coffee cake. This recipe is from Mrs. S. Hiller, from the cookbook "Heritage of Cooking" A Collection of Recipes from East Perry County, Missouri. To find out more about this cookbook read the description from the first recipe I posted from it Recipe #38782

Provided by Charlotte J

Categories     Breads

Time 20m

Yield 1 batch of topping

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 apples
1/2 cup sugar
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
2 tablespoons melted butter

Steps:

  • Pare apples and slice thinly.
  • Take 1/2 of the coffee cake dough recipe #40265.
  • Arrange apples in rows on top of dough slightly overlapping the slices.
  • Mix sugar and cinnamon and sprinkle on top of apples.
  • Sprinkle top with butter.
  • Bake as directed in the coffee cake dough recipe.

APFEL KUCHEN



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Yep, it's spelled right. Easy and good. Love all these flavors, apples, cinnamon, coconut. It's a winner.

Provided by Sharon Whitley

Categories     Fruit Desserts

Time 50m

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 box yellow cake mix
1/2 c butter or margarine
1/2 c coconut
3 c sliced apples
1/2 c sugar
2 tsp cinnamon
1 c sour cream
1 egg

Steps:

  • 1. Cut butter into cake mix until crumbly. Add coconut. Put mixture into an ungreased 9x13 inch pan, pressing it two inches up the sides. Bake at 350 degrees for 10 minutes.
  • 2. Remove from oven. Put sliced apples on warm crust. Mix sugar and cinnamon; sprinkle over apples.
  • 3. Blend sour cream and egg; drizzle over apples. Bake 25-30 minutes until brown around the edges.

GRANDMA GELDNER'S APFEL KUCHEN APPLE KUCHEN RECIPE



GRANDMA GELDNER'S APFEL KUCHEN APPLE KUCHEN Recipe image

Provided by BobLongo

Number Of Ingredients 13

4 -5 cups baking apples, Granny Smith (or other)
1 1⁄4 cups white flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
2 teaspoons sugar
1⁄2 teaspoon salt
1⁄2 cup unsalted butter
1 egg
2 tablespoons milk
TOPPING
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
3⁄4 cup sugar
1 1⁄2 tablespoons white flour
1⁄2 teaspoon cinnamon

Steps:

  • READY IN: 55mins SERVES: 8-10 Preheat oven to 350°F. Mix 1 1/4 cup flour, baking powder, 2 tsp sugar, and salt and sift once. Cut 1/2 cup butter into dry mix with a pastry blender to pea size. In a small bowl, beat egg with 2 T milk and add to dry mix. Mix thoroughly and pat dough into a greased or oiled 9x13-inch baking dish. Pare and core apples. Cut into thin wedge slices and place on dough in rows until covered. We would cover the thin end of one apple with the thick end of the other. Dot apples with 2 T butter and mix 3/4 cup sugar, 1 1/2 Tbs flour and cinnamon together. Spread dry topping over dotted apples, and bake in oven for 30-45 minutes, until golden brown.

Tips:

  • Use a combination of sweet and tart apples for a perfectly balanced flavor.
  • Use cold butter for the streusel topping to keep it from spreading too much.
  • Don't overmix the batter. Overmixing will make the cake tough.
  • Bake the cake until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  • Let the cake cool completely before serving. This will allow the flavors to develop and the cake to set.

Conclusion:

Apfel Kuchen, or German Apple Cake, is a classic dessert that is perfect for any occasion. With its simple ingredients and easy-to-follow instructions, this cake is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you're looking for a delicious and easy dessert, give Apfel Kuchen a try. You won't be disappointed!

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