BABETTE FRIEDMAN'S APPLE CAKE

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This simple, rustic cake is perfect for a holiday celebration or any other occasion.

Provided by Joan Nathan

Categories     dessert

Time 1h40m

Yield 8 to 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

8 ounces (2 sticks) unsalted butter, more for greasing pan
1 1/3 cups plus 1 tablespoon sugar
1/8 teaspoon salt
2 large eggs
2 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
4 Gala or other flavorful apples, peeled, cored and each cut into 8 slices
1/2 teaspoon Calvados or apple brandy
1 teaspoon freshly grated ginger
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Butter a 9-inch springform pan, and set aside.
  • In bowl of an electric mixer fitted with a whisk attachment, combine remaining 8 ounces butter, 1 1/3 cups sugar and the salt. Mix until blended. Add eggs and whisk until smooth. Using a rubber spatula, gently fold in the flour and baking powder until thoroughly mixed. Fold in a few of the apples, and spread batter evenly in pan.
  • In large bowl, toss remaining apples with Calvados, ginger and cinnamon. Arrange apple slices in closely fitting concentric circles on top of dough; all the slices may not be needed. Sprinkle remaining 1 tablespoon sugar over apples.
  • Bake until a toothpick inserted into center of cake dough comes out clean and apples are golden and tender, about an hour and 15 minutes. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 400, UnsaturatedFat 6 grams, Carbohydrate 57 grams, Fat 18 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 4 grams, SaturatedFat 11 grams, Sodium 120 milligrams, Sugar 36 grams, TransFat 1 gram

Micheal Blessing
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I've made this cake several times now and it's always a hit. It's so moist and flavorful. I love the combination of apples, cranberries, and walnuts. It's the perfect cake for any occasion.


That Emily
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This cake is so delicious and easy to make. I love the combination of apples, cranberries, and walnuts. It's the perfect fall dessert.


Jaffar Anbas
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I made this cake for a potluck and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the unique flavor combination and the moist, tender texture. I'll definitely be making this cake again.


Fariy Khan
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This cake is so easy to make and it turns out so moist and delicious. I love the combination of apples, cranberries, and walnuts. It's the perfect cake for any occasion.


Joe Delafuente
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This cake is absolutely delicious! The apples and cranberries add a nice tartness that balances out the sweetness of the cake. The walnut topping adds a nice crunch. I highly recommend this cake!


xnx_spooky
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I've made this cake several times now and it's always a hit. It's so moist and flavorful. I love the combination of apples, cranberries, and walnuts. It's the perfect cake for any occasion.


Alaia Scroggins
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This cake is so delicious and easy to make. I love the combination of apples, cranberries, and walnuts. It's the perfect fall dessert.


Larissa Moore
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I made this cake for a potluck and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the unique flavor combination and the moist, tender texture. I'll definitely be making this cake again.


Mr Niazi Gaming Yt
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This cake is so easy to make and it turns out so moist and delicious. I love the combination of apples, cranberries, and walnuts. It's the perfect cake for any occasion.


Agny_Crow
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I've made this cake several times now and it's always a hit. It's so moist and flavorful. I love the combination of apples, cranberries, and walnuts. It's the perfect fall dessert.


YASIR BUTT
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This cake is absolutely delicious! The apples and cranberries add a nice tartness that balances out the sweetness of the cake. The walnut topping adds a nice crunch. I highly recommend this cake!


LUBINGA DICKSON
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I'm not a big baker, but this cake was so easy to make. It turned out perfectly and it was a huge hit with my family. I'll definitely be making it again.


Balla Bashdar
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This cake is so moist and flavorful! I love the combination of apples, cranberries, and walnuts. It's the perfect fall dessert.


Matthew Tremore
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I was a bit skeptical about the cranberries in this cake, but I was pleasantly surprised. They add a nice tartness that really complements the apples. I'll definitely be making this cake again.


Oyedeji Amira
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I've made this cake several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's so easy to make and the results are always delicious. I highly recommend it!


Red House
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This cake was a hit at my party! Everyone loved the unique flavor combination and the moist, tender texture. I'll definitely be making this again.


Aliu Raheemah
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I just finished baking Babette Friedman's apple cake and I'm so impressed! It turned out so moist and flavorful. The apples and cranberries add a nice tartness that balances out the sweetness of the cake. I also love the crunchy walnut topping. This


Patience Dzokoto
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This apple cake is divine! The combination of sweet apples, tangy cranberries, and crunchy walnuts is heavenly. I'll be making it again soon!