Mordovian Apple Cake

Mordovian Apple Cake is a delightful dessert that originates from the Mordovian cuisine, known for its use of fresh and seasonal ingredients. This cake is a perfect combination of sweet and tart flavors, and it's a great way to showcase the abundance of apples in the region.

Mordovian Apple Cake

Ingredients

  • 4 large apples, peeled, cored, and sliced
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan.
  2. In a large bowl, beat the eggs and sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Stir in the melted butter and vanilla extract.
  4. In a separate bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until well combined.
  5. Spread half of the batter into the prepared cake pan. Arrange the sliced apples over the batter. Spread the remaining batter over the apples.
  6. Bake in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  7. Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
  8. Serve the Mordovian Apple Cake at room temperature or slightly warm. Enjoy!

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
40 minutes
Total time:
1 hour
Cooking method
Oven

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
250 per serving
Carbohydrates
35g
Fat
10g
Protein
3g

Supplies

9-inch round cake pan Mixing bowls Electric mixer Wire rack

Tools

Oven Mixing spoon Measuring cups and spoons

Serving suggestions

Serve the Mordovian Apple Cake with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a delightful dessert.

Tips & tricks

For added flavor, sprinkle the top of the cake with cinnamon sugar before baking.

Cost

$10