Best 6 Apple Torte Cake Recipes

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Discover the delectable art of crafting an apple torte cake, a timeless dessert that captures the essence of rustic charm and homey goodness. This culinary masterpiece, with its flaky layers of rich pastry crust and the sweet, tangy filling of apples, is a celebration of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds and transport you to a realm of pure indulgence. As you embark on this culinary journey, let us guide you through the process of selecting the perfect ingredients, mastering the techniques of layering the dough, and achieving that perfect golden-brown crust that encases the tender, juicy apples. Get ready to create a dessert that will leave a lasting impression on your family and friends, turning every gathering into an unforgettable occasion.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

BAVARIAN APPLE TORTE



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This rich, creamy torte has always been one of my favorite autumn desserts. Mom uses the freshest apples from a local orchard and bakes this treat until the apples are crisp-tender. It tastes as good as it looks. -Alyson Armstrong, Parkersburg, West Virginia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h10m

Yield 14 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

3/4 cup butter, softened
1/2 cup sugar
1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
FILLING:
2 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened
1/4 cup sugar
2 eggs
3/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
TOPPING:
3 cups thinly sliced peeled tart apples
1/2 cup sugar
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Steps:

  • Combine the first four ingredients. Press onto the bottom of an ungreased 9-in. springform pan. In a bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar. Add eggs and vanilla; mix well. Pour over the crust. Combine topping ingredients; spoon over filling. Bake at 350° for 55-65 minutes or until the center is set. Cool on a wire rack. Store in the refrigerator. Cut into wedges with a serrated knife.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 286 calories, Fat 16g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 74mg cholesterol, Sodium 157mg sodium, Carbohydrate 32g carbohydrate (21g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

AUTUMN APPLE TORTE



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During apple season, I always look forward to making this yummy torte. It has a cream cheese layer and apples galore. -Margaret Wilson, San Bernardino, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h15m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

1/2 cup butter, softened
1/2 cup sugar, divided
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
1 large egg, room temperature, lightly beaten
1/2 teaspoon almond extract
2 cups thinly sliced, peeled Granny Smith apples (about 2 medium)
2 cups thinly sliced, peeled Cortland apples (about 2 medium)
1/4 cup cinnamon sugar
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/2 cup confectioners' sugar
2 tablespoons 2% milk
2 tablespoons sliced almonds, toasted

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 450°. In a small bowl, cream butter and 1/4 cup sugar until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Beat in vanilla. Gradually beat in flour. Press onto bottom and 1 in. up sides of a greased 9-in. springform pan., In a small bowl, beat cream cheese and remaining sugar until smooth. Add egg and almond extract; beat on low speed just until blended. Pour into crust., Place apples in a large bowl. Mix cinnamon sugar and nutmeg; add to apples and toss to coat. Arrange over cream cheese mixture. Bake 5 minutes. , Reduce oven setting to 400°. Bake until apples are tender, 30-35 minutes longer. Cool on a wire rack., Remove rim from pan. In a small bowl, mix confectioners' sugar and milk until smooth. Drizzle over torte; sprinkle with almonds. Refrigerate leftovers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 270 calories, Fat 15g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 57mg cholesterol, Sodium 136mg sodium, Carbohydrate 31g carbohydrate (22g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

APPLE TORTE (EASY-ONLY 3 APPLES)



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From the Star Ledger. Published in "Jersey Fresh Cooks" (NJ Dept. of Agriculture) from Harriet Kurtzman. This is easy and good!

Provided by Oolala

Categories     Tarts

Time 1h10m

Yield 1 pie/torte, 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 tablespoons butter
1 cup sugar
1 egg
1 cup flour
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
1/8 teaspoon salt
3 large apples, peeled, cored, cut into crescent slices

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Cream toghether butter and sugar. Add egg and beat.
  • Sift together flour, cinnamon, baking powder, baking soda and salt.
  • Beat dry ingredients into butter mixture.
  • Stir apples into batter, which will be thick and hard to stir.
  • Turn into a buttered 9" pie pan and spread smooth.
  • Bake for 1 hour, until just brown.

PHILLY BAVARIAN APPLE TORTE



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Easy to prepare and absolutely delicious, this is a rich dessert perfect for special occasions.

Provided by Philadelphia

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     Cooking with Philly Canada

Time 4h5m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 9

½ cup butter, softened
1 cup sugar, divided
1 cup flour
1 (250 g) package PHILADELPHIA Brick Cream Cheese, softened
1 egg
½ teaspoon vanilla
½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
4 each Granny Smith or Golden Delicious apples, peeled, sliced
¼ cup sliced almonds

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 425 degrees F. Beat butter and 1/3 cup of the sugar in small bowl with electric mixer on medium speed until light and fluffy. Add flour; mix well. Spread onto bottom and 1 inch up side of 9-inch springform pan.
  • Beat cream cheese and 1/3 cup of the remaining sugar in same bowl with electric mixer on medium speed until well blended. Add egg and vanilla; mix well. Spread evenly over crust. Combine remaining 1/3 cup sugar and the cinnamon. Add to apples in large bowl; toss to coat. Spoon over cream cheese layer; sprinkle with almonds.
  • Bake 10 min. Reduce temperature to 375 degrees F; continue baking 25 min. or until centre is set. Cool on wire rack. Loosen torte from rim of pan. Cover and refrigerate 3 hours before serving. Store any leftovers in refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 269.5 calories, Carbohydrate 32.2 g, Cholesterol 59.4 mg, Fat 15.2 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 3.6 g, SaturatedFat 8.4 g, Sodium 145 mg, Sugar 21.5 g

THE APPLE LADY'S APPLE CAKE



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     dessert

Time 1h15m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1/3 cup sugar
1 tablespoon baking powder
1/8 teaspoon fine sea salt
1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
2 large eggs, lightly beaten
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1/3 cup whole milk
4 baking apples (about 2 pounds total), cored, peeled, and cut into thin wedges
1/3 cup sugar
1 large egg, lightly beaten
3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
  • Butter a 9-inch springform pan and set it aside.
  • In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder, and sea salt, and stir to blend. Add the vanilla extract, eggs, oil, and milk, and stir until well blended. Add the apples and stir to thoroughly coat them with the batter.
  • Spoon the mixture into the prepared cake pan. Place the pan in the center of the oven and bake until fairly firm and golden, about 25 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, prepare the topping: In a small bowl, combine the sugar, egg, and melted butter, and stir to blend. Set it aside.
  • Remove the cake from the oven and pour the topping mixture over it. Return the cake to the oven and bake until the top is a deep golden brown and the cake feels quite firm when pressed with a fingertip, about 10 minutes.
  • Transfer the cake pan to a rack and allow to cool for 10 minutes. Then run a knife around the sides of the pan, and release and remove the springform side, leaving the cake on the pan base. Serve at room temperature, cut into thin wedges.

OLIVE GARDEN ITALIAN APPLE TORTE



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Make and share this Olive Garden Italian Apple Torte recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Member 610488

Categories     Tarts

Time 1h5m

Yield 8-12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

3/4 cup butter, softened
1/4 cup golden raisin
1/2 cup marsala wine
4 medium granny smith apples
2 tablespoons lemon juice
3 large eggs
3/4 cup sugar
3 cups all-purpose flour, sifted
1 tablespoon baking powder
1/4 cup pine nuts, toasted

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F
  • Soak raisins in Marsala wine; set aside. Peel and finely slice apples and place in large bowl. Add lemon juice and enough water to cover. In separate large bowl, mix one egg and two egg yolks. Add sugar and butter and cream at medium speed until smooth. Add raisins and wine mixture, flour and baking powder and mix thoroughly. Coat 9 inch spring form pan with butter.
  • Place dough mixture in pan. Strain apples reserving 2 tbsp of the liquid. Toss apples with 1 Tbsp of sugar and place on top of dough mixture pressing lightly. Top torte evenly with pine nuts and 2 tbsp of reserved liquid. Place torte on center shelf of oven.
  • Bake for 45 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Sides and top of torte should be light brown. Remove and let cool.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 565.3, Fat 22.6, SaturatedFat 11.8, Cholesterol 125.1, Sodium 291, Carbohydrate 71.1, Fiber 3.3, Sugar 29.7, Protein 8.4

Tips:

  • Prepare the ingredients in advance. This will make the baking process much smoother and quicker.
  • Use a food processor to make the almond paste. This will save you time and effort, and it will also ensure that the paste is smooth and consistent.
  • Be careful not to overmix the batter. Overmixing can make the cake tough.
  • Bake the cake in a preheated oven. This will help to ensure that the cake rises evenly.
  • Let the cake cool completely before serving. This will help to prevent the cake from falling apart.

Conclusion:

Apple Torte is a delicious and classic dessert that is perfect for any occasion. With its layers of sweet apples, tender pastry, and creamy almond filling, this cake is sure to please everyone. So next time you are looking for a special dessert to make, give Apple Torte a try.

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