Polish Apple Cake: Szarlotka Sensation
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Polish cuisine with this delicious Polish Apple Cake, also known as Szarlotka. This traditional dessert is a perfect combination of sweet and tart flavors, making it a sensation for your taste buds.
Ingredients
- 6 large apples, peeled, cored, and sliced
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 egg
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- Powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
- In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- Add the egg, melted butter, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients, and mix until a dough forms.
- Press two-thirds of the dough into the bottom of the prepared baking dish to form the cake base.
- Sprinkle the breadcrumbs over the cake base.
- Arrange the sliced apples on top of the breadcrumbs, then sprinkle with cinnamon.
- Crumble the remaining dough over the apples to create a crumbly topping.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 45 minutes, or until the top is golden brown.
- Let the cake cool, then dust with powdered sugar before serving.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 20 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 45 minutes
- Total time:
- 1 hour
- Cooking method
- Oven
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 280 per serving
- Carbohydrates
- 35g
- Protein
- 3g
- Fat
- 15g
Supplies
9x13 inch baking dish Mixing bowl Measuring cups and spoons Baking spatula
Tools
Oven
Serving suggestions
Serve the Polish Apple Cake warm with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
Tips & tricks
For a twist, try adding a handful of raisins or chopped nuts to the apple filling for extra texture and flavor.
Cost
$10