Best 3 Apple Cake With Lemon Sauce Recipes

Indulge your taste buds with our delectable Apple Cake with Lemon Sauce. This classic dessert combines the sweetness of apples with the zesty tang of lemon, creating a harmonious balance of flavors. The moist and fluffy cake is studded with tender apple pieces, while the creamy lemon sauce adds a refreshing touch. It's the perfect treat for any occasion, be it a cozy afternoon tea or a special celebration.

Our recipe collection also includes variations of this delightful cake, such as the Gluten-Free Apple Cake with Lemon Sauce, catering to those with dietary restrictions. For those who prefer a vegan option, the Vegan Apple Cake with Lemon Sauce is a delightful alternative. And if you're looking for a unique twist, try the Apple Cake with Caramel Sauce, where the richness of caramel complements the apple-lemon flavors.

Each recipe is carefully crafted with step-by-step instructions, ensuring that bakers of all skill levels can achieve picture-perfect results. Whether you're a seasoned baker or just starting out, our detailed instructions and helpful tips will guide you through the process, ensuring a successful baking experience.

Let's cook with our recipes!

GERMAN APPLE CAKE

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With the long, cold winters we have here, this German apple cake recipe has warmed many a kitchen. The cake is perfect for breakfast, dessert or as an evening snack. I've made it for many parties, and I've always received compliments on it. -Grace Reynolds, Bethlehem, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Desserts

Time 1h25m

Yield 16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

3 cups all-purpose flour
3 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
4 large eggs, room temperature
2 cups sugar
1 cup canola oil
1/2 cup orange juice
2-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
4 cups thinly sliced peeled apples (about 4 to 5 apples)
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
3 tablespoons sugar
Confectioners' sugar, optional

Steps:

Preheat oven to 350°. Grease and flour a 10-in. tube pan. Combine the first 3 ingredients; set aside. , In a large bowl, beat eggs and sugar. Combine oil and orange juice and add alternately with dry ingredients to egg mixture. Beat until smooth; add vanilla and beat well. , Pour half of the batter into prepared pan. Arrange half the apples over the batter. Combine cinnamon and sugar and sprinkle half over the apples. Top with remaining batter, apples and cinnamon mixture. , Bake until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, about 1 hour and 10 minutes. Cool 1 hour before removing from pan. Cool, apple side up, on a wire rack. If desired, sprinkle with confectioners' sugar.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 353 calories, Fat 15g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 47mg cholesterol, Sodium 256mg sodium, Carbohydrate 50g carbohydrate (31g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

APPLE CAKE WITH LEMON SAUCE

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My mom has been making this cake for years, but did not find the sauce recipe until we cleaned my grandfather's kitchen when he moved into the nursing home.

Provided by Tendoy5

Categories Dessert

Time 1h15m

Yield 1 cake, 12-16 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

Ingredients

1 (18 1/4 ounce) yellow cake mix
3 eggs (or as called for by your cake mix)
1/3 cup oil (or as called for by your cake mix)
1 1/3 cups water (or as called for by your cake mix)
6 -8 apples, ida red
3 tablespoons sugar
3 tablespoons flour
1 teaspoon cinnamon
2 tablespoons cornstarch
2 teaspoons lemon peel, grated
2 cups water
1/4 cup lemon juice
1/4 cup butter
1/4 teaspoon salt

Steps:

Slice apples, stir into flour, sugar, cinnamon mixture; set aside.
Prepare cake according to directions and pour into 9x13-inch pan.
Place apples in rows on cake - try to stand them on edge.
Bake at 350° for 45 minutes.
Prepare sauce: Combine cornstarch, sugar and lemon peel in 1 quart sauce pan; add water slowly.
Stir over medium heat until thickened.
Remove from heat and stir in remaining ingredients. Makes 3 cups.
Serve cake with warm sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 354.2, Fat 16.3, SaturatedFat 4.4, Cholesterol 63.9, Sodium 378.7, Carbohydrate 49.8, Fiber 2.4, Sugar 29.2, Protein 3.9

DUTCH APPLE CAKE WITH HOT LEMON SAUCE

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Make and share this Dutch Apple Cake With Hot Lemon Sauce recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Steve P.

Categories Breads

Time 1h

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

Ingredients

2 cups flour
1 tablespoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons sugar
1/2 cup butter, chilled
2/3 cup milk
1 egg, well beaten
4 sour apples
sugar
cinnamon
1 cup sugar
2 tablespoons cornstarch
2 cups boiling water
1 lemon, juice and zest of
2 tablespoons butter

Steps:

Preheat oven to 400°F.
Mix and sift dry ingredients.
Cut in butter.
Add milk and egg, and mix quickly.
Spread dough in a shallow greased 8x8-inch pan.
Pare, core, and slice apples; press into dough.
Bake 30 minutes.
Serve with hot lemon sauce:.
In a saucepan, mix sugar and cornstarch.
Add boiling water, stirring constantly.
Cook 8 to 10 minutes.
Add zest, lemon juice, and butter.
Serve over Apple Cake.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 557.2, Fat 21.6, SaturatedFat 13.1, Cholesterol 89.9, Sodium 540.2, Carbohydrate 87, Fiber 3.4, Sugar 47.4, Protein 6.7

Tips:

Choose the right apples: Use a variety of apples that will hold their shape when baked, such as Granny Smith, Honeycrisp, or Braeburn.
Don't overmix the batter: Overmixing can lead to a tough cake. Mix just until the ingredients are combined.
Bake the cake until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean: This will ensure that the cake is cooked through.
Serve the cake warm with the lemon sauce: The lemon sauce adds a bright, tangy flavor that complements the sweetness of the cake.

Conclusion:

This apple cake with lemon sauce is a delicious and easy-to-make dessert that is perfect for any occasion. The cake is moist and flavorful, and the lemon sauce adds a bright, tangy flavor that perfectly complements the sweetness of the cake. This cake is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it.