Latvian Apple Cake (Latviešu ābolu kūka)
Latviešu ābolu kūka, or Latvian Apple Cake, is a traditional dessert that showcases the delicious flavors of fresh apples. This recipe is perfect for anyone looking to enjoy a taste of Latvian cuisine and is sure to be a hit with friends and family.
Ingredients
- 4 large apples, peeled, cored, and sliced
- 1 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup milk
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan.
- In a large bowl, mix the sugar, melted butter, eggs, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the milk, and mix until smooth.
- Spread half of the batter into the prepared cake pan.
- Arrange half of the sliced apples over the batter.
- Repeat with the remaining batter and sliced apples.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 20 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 45 minutes
- Total time:
- 1 hour
- Cooking method
- Oven
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 250 per serving
- Protein
- 3g
- Carbohydrates
- 35g
- Fat
- 11g
Supplies
9-inch round cake pan Mixing bowls Whisk Measuring cups and spoons
Tools
Oven Wire rack
Serving suggestions
Serve the Latviešu ābolu kūka warm with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
Tips & tricks
For added flavor, sprinkle the sliced apples with a mixture of cinnamon and sugar before layering them in the cake.
Cost
$8