Hirsch Apple Cake

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 2
Juicy and Sweet Hirsch Apple Cake recipe for your loved ones
in Dessert

Prep

20 min

Cook

50 min

Ready In

70 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 cup vegetable oil
2 cups sugar
3 -4 eggs , well beaten
3 cups apples , diced
3 cups flour , sifted
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons cinnamon
1 teaspoon baking soda
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 cup pecans , chopped ( or more )
1/2 cup dark brown sugar
1/2 cup granulated sugar
3 tablespoons flour
1 pinch salt
1 teaspoon lemon juice
1/2 cup water
1/2 cup butter
1 teaspoon vanilla

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
12-16
Calories
452
Sugar
35g
Fat
22g
Hirsch Apple Cake is a traditional German dessert, often enjoyed during fall when apples are abundant. This cake has a soft and juicy texture, thanks to the diced apples and cinnamon. The sugar mixture in the middle of the cake adds an extra sweet layer of flavors, making it a crowd-pleaser for any occasion. Hirsch Apple Cake is perfect for those who want something sweet but not too heavy.

Instructions

1.In a large mixing bowl, whisk together vegetable oil and sugar until well combined.
2.Add in the beaten eggs and whisk until the mixture is smooth.
3.Add the diced apples, sifted flour, salt, cinnamon, baking soda, and vanilla extract to the bowl and stir until the batter is thick and well combined.
4.Fold in the chopped pecans and set the batter aside.
5.In a separate mixing bowl, combine the dark brown sugar, granulated sugar, flour, and salt.
6.Add lemon juice, water, and butter to the mixture and whisk until the ingredients are well combined.
7.Grease a 9x13-inch cake pan with butter and dust it with a little flour.
8.Pour half of the batter into the prepared pan, then pour the sugar mixture over the batter and spread the remaining batter on top.
9.Bake the cake in a preheated oven at 350°F for 50-60 minutes.
10.Once the cake is baked, allow it to cool on a wire rack for 10-15 minutes before serving.

PROS

Hirsch Apple Cake is a perfect dessert for any occasion, its sweet and juicy texture appeals to everyone’s taste buds.

The cake is not too heavy and can be enjoyed without feeling guilty.

The pecans add a nice crunchy texture to the cake.

CONS

The cake is high in sugar even though it’s made with apples.

It can be a little tricky to make the sugar mixture and get it to settle in the middle of the cake.

The cake can be a little crumbly if not cooked properly.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Apples are high in fiber and vitamin C, making them a great addition to your diet.
They are also low in calories and can help keep you full for longer periods.
Replacing oil with applesauce in this recipe can make the cake healthier.
Pecans are high in healthy unsaturated fats and can help lower cholesterol.

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