Best 7 German Apple Torte Recipes

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Embark on a culinary journey to Germany with this enticing German Apple Torte recipe. This traditional dessert is a symphony of flavors and textures, featuring a flaky crust, a layer of tender apples, and a sweet, crumbly topping. It's a perfect blend of tart and sweet, making it a delightful treat for any occasion.

This recipe includes step-by-step instructions to guide you through the process of making the perfect German Apple Torte. With tips on how to select the best apples, create a flaky crust, and achieve the perfect balance of flavors, this recipe is accessible to both experienced bakers and those new to the kitchen.

In addition to the classic German Apple Torte recipe, this article offers variations to cater to different preferences. For those who prefer a gluten-free option, there's a recipe for a gluten-free German Apple Torte that uses almond flour and coconut flour instead of wheat flour.

If you're looking for a healthier version, the recipe for a Vegan German Apple Torte uses plant-based ingredients like almond milk and vegan butter, without compromising on taste or texture.

And for those who love the combination of apples and cinnamon, the recipe for an Apple Cinnamon Torte adds a generous sprinkling of cinnamon to the apple filling, creating a warm and cozy dessert that's perfect for chilly days.

No matter your dietary preferences or taste, this article has a German Apple Torte recipe that will satisfy your cravings. So gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and let's bake a delicious German Apple Torte together!

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

GERMAN APPLE TORTE (KRUMMELTORTE)



German Apple Torte (krummeltorte) image

German cooks boast dozens of versions of apple tortes and kuchens. The pastry for this one is easy enough for novice cooks to make.

Provided by Olha7397

Categories     Dessert

Time 50m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 lbs cooking apples
3/4 cup granulated sugar
1 cup all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons granulated sugar
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup butter
1 egg
1 teaspoon vanilla
whipped cream

Steps:

  • TO MAKE THE FILLING: Peel, core and quarter apples; cut each quarter crosswise into 5 or 6 pieces.
  • Place in empty saucepan; stir in 1/2 cup of the sugar.
  • Cover and simmer for 7 minutes or until apples are partially cooked.
  • Place in sieve to drain.
  • TO MAKE THE PASTRY: In bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking powder and salt.
  • Cut in butter until mixture resembles fine crumbs.
  • Lightly beat together egg and vanilla.
  • Stir into flour mixture and mix well until ball of soft dough forms.
  • (If dough seems too stiff, add a few drops of water.) Rolls out half the pastry to about 1/8 inch thickness and cut to fit bottom of lightly greased 8-inch springform pan.
  • Place drained apples on top of pastry, leaving 1/2 inch space between apples and inside edge of pan.
  • Crumble remaining pastry dough into currant-sized crumbs.
  • Drop half the crumbs into the space between apples and edge of pan.
  • Flatten top surface of apples and sprinkle with remaining pastry crumbs.
  • Sprinkle torte with remaining sugar.
  • Bake in 425 F.
  • oven for 25 to 30 minutes or until well browned.
  • Remove hinged ring and serve torte on pan base.
  • Serve warm, garnished with whipped cream.
  • Makes 8 servings.
  • Canadian Living.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 313.2, Fat 12.5, SaturatedFat 7.5, Cholesterol 56.9, Sodium 187.3, Carbohydrate 49.7, Fiber 3.1, Sugar 33.8, Protein 2.8

PHILLY BAVARIAN APPLE TORTE



PHILLY Bavarian Apple Torte image

Easy to prepare and absolutely delicious, this is a rich dessert perfect for special occasions.

Provided by Philadelphia

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     Cooking with Philly Canada

Time 4h5m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 9

½ cup butter, softened
1 cup sugar, divided
1 cup flour
1 (250 g) package PHILADELPHIA Brick Cream Cheese, softened
1 egg
½ teaspoon vanilla
½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
4 each Granny Smith or Golden Delicious apples, peeled, sliced
¼ cup sliced almonds

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 425 degrees F. Beat butter and 1/3 cup of the sugar in small bowl with electric mixer on medium speed until light and fluffy. Add flour; mix well. Spread onto bottom and 1 inch up side of 9-inch springform pan.
  • Beat cream cheese and 1/3 cup of the remaining sugar in same bowl with electric mixer on medium speed until well blended. Add egg and vanilla; mix well. Spread evenly over crust. Combine remaining 1/3 cup sugar and the cinnamon. Add to apples in large bowl; toss to coat. Spoon over cream cheese layer; sprinkle with almonds.
  • Bake 10 min. Reduce temperature to 375 degrees F; continue baking 25 min. or until centre is set. Cool on wire rack. Loosen torte from rim of pan. Cover and refrigerate 3 hours before serving. Store any leftovers in refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 269.5 calories, Carbohydrate 32.2 g, Cholesterol 59.4 mg, Fat 15.2 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 3.6 g, SaturatedFat 8.4 g, Sodium 145 mg, Sugar 21.5 g

APPLE BAVARIAN TORTE



Apple Bavarian Torte image

A cookie-like crust holds the sensational filling of cream cheese, apples and almonds. This comforting apple torte will be welcomed addition to a bake sale or potluck. -Sheila Swift, Dobson, North Carolina

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h5m

Yield 16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/2 cup butter, softened
1/3 cup sugar
1 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
FILLING:
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
1/4 cup plus 1/3 cup sugar, divided
1 large egg, lightly beaten
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
5-1/2 cups thinly sliced peeled tart apples (about 6 medium)
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 cup sliced almonds

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 450°. In a small bowl, cream butter and sugar. Beat in flour and vanilla until blended. Press onto the bottom of a greased 9-in. springform pan., In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and 1/4 cup sugar until fluffy. Beat in egg and vanilla. Pour over crust. In another large bowl, toss apples with cinnamon and remaining sugar. Spoon over cream cheese layer., Bake 10 minutes. Reduce oven setting to 400°; bake 25 minutes. Sprinkle almonds over top; bake 10-15 minutes longer or until lightly browned and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool on a wire rack. Remove sides of pan before slicing. Store in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 213 calories, Fat 12g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 44mg cholesterol, Sodium 87mg sodium, Carbohydrate 25g carbohydrate (17g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

APPLE BAVARIAN TORTE



Apple Bavarian Torte image

This torte is made in a springform pan. Cream cheese, almonds, and apples deck this to the nines! Enjoy this dessert with your loved ones during the holidays.

Provided by TERRI DALLEN

Categories     Desserts     Fruit Dessert Recipes     Apple Dessert Recipes

Time 1h30m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 12

½ cup butter
⅓ cup white sugar
¼ teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese
¼ cup white sugar
1 egg
½ teaspoon vanilla extract
6 apples - peeled, cored, and thinly sliced
⅓ cup white sugar
½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
¼ cup sliced almonds

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 450 degrees F(230 degrees C).
  • Cream together butter, 1/3 cup sugar, vanilla, and flour. Press crust mixture into the flat bottom of a 9-inch springform pan. Set aside.
  • In a medium bowl, blend cream cheese and 1/4 cup sugar. Beat in egg and vanilla. Pour cheese mixture over crust.
  • Combine 1/3 cup sugar and 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon. Toss the sliced apples with the sugar mixture and spread over the cheese filling.
  • Bake for 10 minutes. Reduce heat to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C) and continue baking for 25 minutes. Sprinkle almonds over top of torte. Continue baking until almonds are lightly browned and apples are tender. Cool before removing from pan.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 284.7 calories, Carbohydrate 33.8 g, Cholesterol 56.4 mg, Fat 15.8 g, Fiber 2.2 g, Protein 3.7 g, SaturatedFat 9.2 g, Sodium 116.5 mg, Sugar 22.6 g

POTLUCK GERMAN APPLE CAKE



Potluck German Apple Cake image

My mother made this German apple cake for my brothers and me when we were kids. It's an excellent choice for a Christmas potluck or actually any time of year. -Edie DeSpain, Logan, Utah

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h10m

Yield 16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

3 large eggs, room temperature
2 cups sugar
1 cup vegetable oil
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
4 cups chopped peeled tart apples
3/4 cup chopped pecans
FROSTING:
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
2 teaspoons butter, softened
2 cups confectioners' sugar

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, beat the eggs, sugar, oil and vanilla. Combine the flour, cinnamon, baking soda and salt; add to egg mixture and mix well. Fold in apples and nuts. Pour into a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Bake at 350° for 55-60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool on a wire rack., In a small bowl, beat cream cheese and butter. Add confectioners' sugar, beating until smooth. Spread over cake. Refrigerate leftovers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 455 calories, Fat 24g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 57mg cholesterol, Sodium 212mg sodium, Carbohydrate 57g carbohydrate (42g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

GERMAN APPLE TORTE



German Apple Torte image

From a cookery course I attended in Brisbane, Q'ld presented by a friend Kerryn. This is so easy and so good.

Provided by Ninna

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 large cooking apples, peeled
125 g sugar
250 g self raising flour (2 cups)
100 g butter
30 g sugar
1 egg, beaten

Steps:

  • Cut peeled apples into quarters, then each quarter into 5 pieces, then partically cook apple with sugar, keep hot.
  • Sift flour into bowl, rub in butter, add sugar, then egg and mix to soft dough.
  • Roll out half the pastry and line large, deep flan.
  • Spread apples to within 1/2" of top of flan tin.
  • Grate remainder of pastry over top and bake 25-30mins at 220 deg C (425 deg F).
  • Serve hot or cold, with cream, custard or ice-cream.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 370.6, Fat 11.3, SaturatedFat 6.7, Cholesterol 53.1, Sodium 82.2, Carbohydrate 63.9, Fiber 3.6, Sugar 30.5, Protein 5.2

BAVARIAN-STYLE APPLE TORTE



Bavarian-Style Apple Torte image

This recipe is one of my family's favorites. It's similar to a cheesecake but much better. I get many requests for the recipe.

Provided by melissa5

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     German

Time 1h15m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 11

¾ cup butter or margarine, softened
½ teaspoon vanilla extract
1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
½ cup white sugar
2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
¼ cup white sugar
2 eggs
¾ teaspoon vanilla extract
3 cups apples - peeled, cored and sliced thinly
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
½ cup white sugar

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Mix together the butter, 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract, all-purpose flour, and 1/2 cup of sugar in a bowl. Press the mixture into the bottom of an ungreased 9-inch springform pan.
  • Beat together the cream cheese and sugar in a large bowl. Stir in the eggs and 3/4 teaspoons vanilla extract. Pour the egg mixture over the crust.
  • Combine the sliced apples, cinnamon, and 1/2 cup sugar in a bowl. Spoon apple mixture evenly over the cream cheese mixture. Place the springform pan on a baking sheet.
  • Bake in preheated oven until center is set, 50 to 65 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 479.3 calories, Carbohydrate 46 g, Cholesterol 123.1 mg, Fat 30.7 g, Fiber 1.5 g, Protein 6.8 g, SaturatedFat 18.9 g, Sodium 245.5 mg, Sugar 29.2 g

Tips:

  • Choose the right apples: Use firm, tart apples that will hold their shape when baked, such as Granny Smith or Honeycrisp.
  • Slice the apples thinly: This will help them cook evenly and prevent them from becoming mushy.
  • Use a food processor to grate the hazelnuts: This will make them easier to incorporate into the batter.
  • Don't overmix the batter: Overmixing will develop the gluten in the flour and make the cake tough.
  • Bake the cake until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean: This will ensure that the cake is cooked through.
  • Let the cake cool completely before serving: This will allow the flavors to meld and the cake to set.

Conclusion:

German Apple Torte is a delicious and classic dessert that is perfect for any occasion. With its combination of sweet apples, nutty hazelnuts, and a delicate crumb, this cake is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you're looking for a special treat, give German Apple Torte a try. You won't be disappointed.

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