Best 3 Omas Apfelkuchen Grandmas Apple Cake Recipes
Dive into the delectable world of "Omas Apfelkuchen" (Grandma's Apple Cake), a timeless masterpiece of German baking tradition. This beloved cake, often referred to as the embodiment of "Gemütlichkeit" (coziness), holds a special place in the hearts of many. Envision freshly harvested apples, carefully sliced and arranged on a bed of tender cake batter, all enveloped in the sweet aroma of cinnamon and sugar. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a novice in the kitchen, embark on this culinary journey to recreate this iconic dessert, embodying the warmth and goodness of Oma's kitchen.
Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!
OMA'S APFELKUCHEN (GRANDMA'S APPLE CAKE)
My husband's German family calls this Oma's apfelkuchen, which translates to "Grandma's apple cake." They've been sharing the recipe for more than 150 years. I use Granny Smith apples, but any variety works. -Amy Kirchen, Loveland, Ohio
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 1h5m
Yield 10 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°. Let egg yolks stand at room temperature for 30 minutes. Starting 1/2 in. from 1 end, cut apple halves lengthwise into 1/4-in. slices, leaving them attached at the top so they fan out slightly. Set aside., Cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Add egg yolks, 1 at a time, beating well after each addition. In another bowl, sift flour, cornstarch, cream of tartar, baking powder and salt twice. Gradually beat into creamed mixture. Add milk; mix well (batter will be thick)., Spread batter into a greased 9-in. springform pan wrapped in a sheet of heavy-duty foil. Gently press apples, round side up, into batter. Bake until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with moist crumbs, 45-55 minutes. Cool on a wire rack 10 minutes. Loosen sides from pan with a knife; remove foil. Cool 1 hour longer. Remove rim from pan. Dust with confectioners' sugar.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 422 calories, Fat 23g fat (14g saturated fat), Cholesterol 148mg cholesterol, Sodium 177mg sodium, Carbohydrate 50g carbohydrate (28g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.
GRANDMA GELDNER'S APFEL KUCHEN (APPLE KUCHEN)
This comes from a rich German heritage. Grandma always made the best "apfel" kuchen. Her recipes were always simple, but tasted great!
Provided by WI Cheesehead
Categories Dessert
Time 55m
Yield 8-10 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°F.
- Mix 1 1/4 cup flour, baking powder, 2 tsp sugar, and salt and sift once.
- Cut 1/2 cup butter into dry mix with a pastry blender to pea size.
- In a small bowl, beat egg with 2 T milk and add to dry mix.
- Mix thoroughly and pat dough into a greased or oiled 9x13-inch baking dish.
- Pare and core apples.
- Cut into thin wedge slices and place on dough in rows until covered. We would cover the thin end of one apple with the thick end of the other.
- Dot apples with 2 T butter and mix 3/4 cup sugar, 1 1/2 Tbs flour and cinnamon together.
- Spread dry topping over dotted apples, and bake in oven for 30-45 minutes, until golden brown.
OMA'S APFELKUCHEN
or Sunken Apple cake. This is based on a recipe my grandmother used. The apples are placed on top of the dough, which raises as baked, making the apples appear as if they have sunk into the cake.
Provided by kim in the UK
Categories Dessert
Time 1h35m
Yield 1 cake, 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
- Beat the butter or margarine with a wooden spoon or mixer until creamy. Slowly add the sugar, together with the vanilla sugar, salt and almond extract, alternating with the eggs. Mix the dough until it is very foamy and the sugar has been thoroughly dissolved. Sift in the flour with the baking powder, add the ground almonds, and mix everything together quickly.
- Carefully coat a springform with butter or margarine. Pour the batter in and smooth down the surface. Peel the apples, cut in half lengthwise, and remove the cores. Cut into the outer surface a few times with a knife, but don't cut all the way through. Brush apples with the lemon juice. Place the apples close together onto the batter, core side down. Soak the currants for a short time in hot water, wash thoroughly and rub dry in a cloth. Sprinkle the currants, together with the slivered almonds over the apples. Bake the cake at 350 degrees for 75-80 minutes or until golden brown. Remove from the oven and let cool before dusting with icing sugar.
- Serve with whipped cream.
- Note: I always leave out the optional items as I find they don't they add much to the flavour of the cake.
Tips:
- Use a variety of apples for a more complex flavor. Some good choices include Granny Smith, Honeycrisp, and Braeburn.
- Peel and slice the apples thinly so that they cook evenly.
- If you don't have a springform pan, you can use a 9-inch round cake pan. Just be sure to grease and flour the pan before adding the batter.
- Bake the cake until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let the cake cool completely before serving. This will help the flavors to develop and the cake to set.
Conclusion:
Grandma's Apple Cake is a classic dessert that is perfect for any occasion. It's easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser. The combination of sweet apples, creamy vanilla batter, and crunchy streusel topping is simply irresistible. So next time you're looking for a delicious and comforting dessert, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed.
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