Best 7 Easiest Dutch Apple Cake Recipes

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Indulge in the delectable Dutch Apple Cake, a timeless classic that has captured the hearts of dessert enthusiasts for generations. This traditional European treat combines the irresistible flavors of sweet and tangy apples, nestled within a tender, buttery cake batter. Experience the perfect balance of flavors as the caramelized apples complement the moist, crumbly cake, creating a symphony of textures in every bite. With three enticing variations – Classic Dutch Apple Cake, Caramel Apple Dutch Apple Cake, and Dutch Apple Cake with Crumb Topping – this article offers a range of delightful options to satisfy every palate. Embark on a culinary journey and discover the secrets behind this beloved dessert, as we guide you through each recipe, ensuring a successful baking experience.

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DUTCH APPLE CAKE



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My husband and I came to Canada from Holland more than 40 years ago. This traditional Dutch recipe is a family favorite and has frequently gone along with me to potluck suppers and other get-togethers. —Elizabeth Peters, Martintown, Ontario

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h45m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 medium tart apples, peeled and cut into 1/4-inch slices (3 cups)
3 tablespoons plus 1 cup sugar, divided
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
2/3 cup butter, softened
4 large eggs, room temperature
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups all-purpose flour
1/8 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the apples, 3 tablespoons sugar and cinnamon; let stand for 1 hour. , In another bowl, cream butter and remaining sugar until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Add eggs, 1 at a time, beating well after each addition. Add vanilla. Combine flour and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture and beat until smooth. , Transfer to a greased 9x5-in. loaf pan. Push apple slices vertically into batter, placing them close together. , Bake at 300° for 1-1/2 to 1-3/4 hours or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pan to a wire rack. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 282 calories, Fat 12g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 97mg cholesterol, Sodium 120mg sodium, Carbohydrate 40g carbohydrate (24g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

EASY APPLE CAKE



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After testing many apple cake recipes with fresh apples, this old-fashioned cake is moist, dense and down-home delicious. Even better, it 's quick to fix and, served warm with whipped cream or a dollop of frozen custard, one of my family's very favorite recipes for decades. -Sherry Ashenfelter, Waterville, Ohio

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h

Yield 20 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1-3/4 cups sugar
1 cup vegetable oil
3 large eggs, room temperature
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups all-purpose flour
1-1/4 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
2 cups finely chopped peeled tart apples
1 cup chopped walnuts
1-1/4 cups whipped topping

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, beat the sugar, oil, eggs and vanilla until well blended. Combine the flour, baking powder, salt, cinnamon and baking soda; gradually beat into sugar mixture until blended. Fold in apples and walnuts., Transfer to a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Bake until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, 35-45 minutes. Cool on a wire rack. Serve with whipped topping.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 278 calories, Fat 16g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 32mg cholesterol, Sodium 169mg sodium, Carbohydrate 31g carbohydrate (19g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

DUTCH APPLE CAKE



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     dessert

Time 1h45m

Yield 12 squares

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 eggs
6 ounces caster sugar (superfine), plus 1/2 ounce extra sugar, for sprinkling
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
6 tablespoons butter
2 1/2 ounces milk
4 1/2 ounces all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
2 1/4 teaspoons baking powder
2 small or 1 large Granny Smith or Golden Delicious apples
2 1/2 ounces heavy cream, to serve

Steps:

  • This cake has been made at Ballymaloe for years. We even have guests who ask for it specifically every time they visit. The fruit sinks to the bottom as it cooks, leaving a light sponge on top with a lovely sugary crust.
  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Line the sides and base of a 8 by 8-inch square cake pan with parchment paper.
  • Using an electric whisk or hand held mixer, whisk the eggs, 6 ounces caster sugar, and vanilla extract in a large bowl, until the mixture is thick and mousse-like, and the whisk leaves a figure of eight pattern, this will take about 5 minutes.
  • Melt the butter in a saucepan with the milk, and then pour the mixture onto the eggs, whisking continuously. Sift in the flour, cinnamon, and baking powder, and fold carefully into the batter so that there are no lumps of flour. Pour the mixture into the prepared pan, and smooth the surface.
  • Peel and core the apples, and cut them into thin slices, and then arrange them over the batter. They will sink to the bottom. This is meant to happen! Sprinkle the cake with the remaining 1/2 ounce sugar, and bake in the oven for 10 minutes. Reduce the oven temperature to 350 degrees F, and bake until well risen and golden brown, about 20 to 25 minutes.
  • Allow the cake to cool in the tin, cut into squares and serve warm. It is delicious with cream!

CLASSIC DUTCH APPLE CAKE



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Make and share this Classic Dutch Apple Cake recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Chill

Categories     Dessert

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup flour
1/4 cup skim milk
5 tablespoons sugar
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon baking powder
4 cups apples, peeled, sliced
2 tablespoons low-fat margarine
1 teaspoon cinnamon, ground
2 egg whites, slightly beaten

Steps:

  • Preheat oven 375F.
  • Grease and flour a 9 in. tart or pie pan.
  • In a mixing bowl, combine flour, 2 T sugar and baking powder.
  • With a pastry blender or 2 knives, cut in 1 1/2 T margarine.
  • Add egg whites, milk and vanilla; beat until smooth.
  • Batter will be stiff.
  • Spoon into prepared pan and spread batter to fit pan.
  • Arrange apple slices, overlapping, in 2 concentric circles to cover batter.
  • In a small bowl, combine 3 T sugar and cinnamon; sprinkle over apple slices.
  • Dot with 1/2 T margarine.
  • Bake 30 min.
  • Cool 10 min before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 172.1, Fat 0.4, SaturatedFat 0.1, Cholesterol 0.2, Sodium 86.2, Carbohydrate 39.1, Fiber 2.8, Sugar 19.3, Protein 4

DUTCH APPLE CAKE



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This recipe is an old favourite - the apples sink to the bottom as it cooks, leaving a light sponge with a crisp sugary crust.

Provided by English_Rose

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h

Yield 12-16 squares

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 eggs
6 ounces superfine sugar, plus extra for sprinkling
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
3 1/2 ounces butter
4 tablespoons milk
4 1/2 ounces all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
2 1/4 teaspoons baking powder
2 cooking apples, peeled, cored and thinly sliced
heavy cream, to serve

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400°F Line the sides and base of a 8 x 8in square cake tin with parchment paper.
  • Using an electric whisk, whisk the eggs, superfine sugar and vanilla extract in a large bowl until the mixture is thick and mousse-like and the whisk leaves a figure of eight pattern (this will take about 5 minutes).
  • Melt the butter in a saucepan with the milk, then pour onto the eggs, whisking all the time. Sift in the flour, cinnamon and baking powder and fold carefully into the batter so that there are no lumps of flour. Pour the mixture into the prepared tin and smooth the surface.
  • Arrange the apple slices over the batter. (They will sink to the bottom.) Sprinkle over a tablespoon of sugar and bake in the oven for ten minutes, then reduce the oven temperature to 350F and bake for a further 20-25 minutes or until well risen and golden brown.
  • Remove the cake from the oven and allow to cool in the tin. Cut into squares and serve warm with cream.

DUTCH APPLE CAKE



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Delicious apple cake with a crispy topping.

Provided by ChloeFrances4792

Time 35m

Yield Makes One 20cm cake tin

Number Of Ingredients 8

100g caster sugar
100g soft margarine
2 eggs
100g self-raising flour
1tsp baking powder
1 eating apple
1tsp cinnamon
2tsp demerara sugar

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 180C/gas mark 4/fan 160C. Grease and line a 20cm cake tin.
  • Cream the margarine and sugar together until light and fluffy. In a separate bowl, beat the eggs with a fork.
  • Mix the eggs, a little at a time to the margarine and sugar. Sieve in the flour and baking powder.
  • Spread the mixture into the cake tin.
  • Core the apple and slice thinly. Arrange the apple slices over the cake mix and then sprinkle the cinnamon and sugar on top.
  • Place in the oven and bake for around 20 minutes, until golden brown and springy to the touch.

CARAMEL APPLE CAKE



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An easy dessert recipe that features Betty Crocker™ Super Moist™ spice cake mix and fresh apple - glazed with rich, buttery caramel.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 2h20m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 box Betty Crocker™ Super Moist™ spice cake mix
Water, vegetable oil and eggs called for on cake mix box
1 large Braeburn apple, peeled, chopped
1 cup chopped pecans, toasted*
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1/4 cup butter
3 tablespoons milk
1 teaspoon vanilla
1 cup powdered sugar

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F (325°F for dark or nonstick pan). Grease 8- or 9-cup fluted tube cake pan with shortening; lightly flour.
  • Make cake mix as directed on box, using water, oil and eggs. Stir apple and 1/2 cup of the pecans into batter. Pour into pan.
  • Bake 45 to 50 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool 10 minutes; remove from pan to cooling rack. Cool completely, about 1 hour.
  • In 2-quart saucepan, mix brown sugar, butter and milk. Heat to boiling over medium heat, stirring constantly with whisk. Boil 1 minute. Remove from heat; stir in vanilla. Gradually stir in powdered sugar until smooth. Stir gently 2 to 3 minutes or until slightly thickened. Immediately spoon glaze over top of cake, allowing some to drizzle down side. Top with remaining 1/2 cup pecans.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 420, Carbohydrate 57 g, Fat 4, Fiber 1 g, Protein 5 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 340 mg

Tips:

  • For a sweeter cake, use a sweeter apple variety, such as Honeycrisp or Granny Smith.
  • If you don't have a 9x13 inch baking pan, you can use a 10-inch springform pan.
  • To make the cake ahead of time, bake it and let it cool completely. Then, wrap it tightly in plastic wrap and store it in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • For a gluten-free cake, use a gluten-free flour blend.
  • For a vegan cake, use a vegan butter and milk substitute.

Conclusion:

This Dutch apple cake is an easy and delicious dessert that is perfect for any occasion. With its simple ingredients and classic flavor, it's a surefire hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you're looking for a sweet treat, give this Dutch apple cake a try. You won't be disappointed!

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