Tarta De Manzana Y Sidra (apple And Cider Cake)

Tarta de Manzana y Sidra, or Apple and Cider Cake, is a traditional dessert from Cantabrian cuisine that combines the sweetness of apples with the unique flavor of cider. This delicious cake is perfect for any occasion and is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

Tarta De Manzana Y Sidra (apple And Cider Cake)

Ingredients

  • 4 apples, peeled, cored, and thinly sliced
  • 1 cup of cider
  • 1 1/2 cups of all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup of sugar
  • 1/2 cup of unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon of baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon of salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon of ground cinnamon

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan.
  2. In a large bowl, mix the flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon.
  3. Add the melted butter, eggs, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Mix until well combined.
  4. Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
  5. Arrange the apple slices on top of the batter in a circular pattern, slightly overlapping each other.
  6. Pour the cider evenly over the apples and batter.
  7. Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until the cake is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  8. Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
  9. Serve the Tarta de Manzana y Sidra at room temperature and enjoy!

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
Carbohydrates
35g
Protein
3g
Fat
11g

Supplies

9-inch round cake pan Mixing bowls Whisk Spatula Wire rack

Tools

Oven

Serving suggestions

Serve the Tarta de Manzana y Sidra with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a delightful dessert.

Tips & tricks

For an extra special touch, drizzle the cake with a caramel sauce before serving.

Cost

$10