THE NO-PEEL APPLE CAKE RECIPE - (4.4/5)

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The No-Peel Apple Cake Recipe - (4.4/5) image

Provided by ruthg

Number Of Ingredients 26

CAKE:
1 1/3 cups light brown sugar, firmly packed
3/4 cup butter, softened
3 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon table salt
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
3/4 cup buttermilk
Shortening
APPLES:
2 pounds McIntosh apples (about 6 apples, 6 to 7 ounces each)
1/2 cup light brown sugar, firmly packed
1 teaspoon cornstarch
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Pinch table salt
2 tablespoons butter
APPLE BRANDY SAUCE:
1/2 cup light brown sugar, firmly packed
1/4 cup butter
1/4 cup heavy cream
Pinch table salt
1 tablespoon apple brandy
1 tablespoon powdered sugar

Steps:

  • Prepare Cake: Preheat oven to 350°F. Beat first 2 ingredients at medium speed with a heavy-duty electric stand mixer until light and fluffy. Add eggs, 1 at a time, beating just until blended after each addition; stir in vanilla. Whisk together flour and next 4 ingredients in a medium bowl. Add flour mixture to sugar mixture alternately with buttermilk, beginning and ending with flour mixture. Beat just until blended after each addition. Spread batter in a greased (with shortening) and floured 9- x 2-inch round cake pan. Bake at 350°F for 50 minutes or until a wooden pick inserted in center comes out clean, shielding with aluminum foil after 35 to 40 minutes to prevent excessive browning, if necessary. Cool in pan on a wire rack 10 minutes. Remove from pan, and cool completely (about 1 hour). Meanwhile, prepare Apples. Cut apples into 1/2-inch-thick wedges. Toss together apples, 1/2 cup brown sugar, and next 3 ingredients. Melt 2 tablespoons butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat; add apple mixture, and sauté 5 to 6 minutes or until crisp-tender and golden. Cool completely (about 30 minutes). Arrange sautéed apples over cooled cake, and drizzle with desired amount of warm Apple Brandy-Caramel Sauce; serve with remaining sauce. Apple Brandy Sauce: Bring brown sugar, butter, cream, and salt to a boil in a small saucepan over medium heat, stirring constantly. Boil, stirring constantly, 1 minute. Remove from heat, and stir apple brandy. Whisk in powdered sugar; cool 15 minutes before serving.

sevjee b
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YUM!


Ja Sanfie
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This cake is a winner! The no-peel technique is a brilliant hack, and the cake itself is simply divine. The perfect balance of sweetness and tartness, with a moist crumb that melts in your mouth. A new favorite in our household!


Chisom Mogbo
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Disappointed. The cake didn't rise properly, and the texture was dense and gummy. I think I might have overmixed the batter. Will try again with more attention to detail.


Bello Khan
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This cake is a revelation! I've always been intimidated by baking, but this recipe made me feel like a pro. The step-by-step instructions were easy to follow, and the result was a moist, flavorful cake that disappeared in minutes.


Colton Thomas
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Meh. It's edible, but nothing special. The apple flavor was overpowered by the sugar. I think I'll stick to my old apple cake recipe.


Adnan Gill
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Loved the simplicity of this recipe. With minimal effort, I had a scrumptious cake that was a hit at our family gathering. The no-peel approach is a game-changer, saving time and hassle.


dakota Baron
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Not a fan. The cake turned out dry and bland. I followed the recipe precisely, but something went wrong. Maybe I should try a different apple variety next time.


Ammar Saeed
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Just wow! This cake is a symphony of flavors and textures. The apples offer a delightful tartness that pairs perfectly with the sweet and fluffy crumb. I've shared it with friends and family, and everyone raves about it.


Kikonos Family
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Easy-peasy! Even as a baking novice, I was able to whip up this cake with ease, thanks to the clear instructions. And the end result was divine! The cake was moist and bursting with apple flavor. Definitely a keeper!


Mizan “Mizan” Mizan
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I made this cake and it turned out incredible! It truly lives up to its name as the most magnificent apple cake ever. The flavors and textures were perfect, and the process was a breeze. A must-try for every apple lover!