Dutch Apple Cake With Hot Lemon Sauce

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 2
Scrumptious Dutch Apple Cake with Hot Lemon Sauce for a sweet afternoon treat
in Dessert

Prep

15 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

45 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

2 cups flour
1 tablespoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons sugar
1/2 cup butter , chilled
2/3 cup milk
1 egg , well beaten
4 sour apples
sugar
cinnamon
1 cup sugar
2 tablespoons cornstarch
2 cups boiling water
1 lemon , juice and zest of
2 tablespoons butter

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
8
Calories
417
Sugar
35g
Fat
14g
This Dutch Apple Cake with Hot Lemon Sauce is a classic dessert that is sure to please anyone with a sweet tooth. The cake itself is made with a simple batter that is flecked with cinnamon and studded with slices of tart apple. The real star of the show, however, is the hot lemon sauce that is poured over the top of the warm cake. The sauce is thick and tangy, with just the right amount of sweetness to balance out the tart lemon flavor. Serve this cake warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream for the perfect dessert.

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C) and grease an 8-inch (20cm) square baking pan.
2.In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar.
3.Using a pastry cutter or your fingers, cut in the chilled butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
4.In a separate bowl, mix together the milk and well-beaten egg.
5.Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
6.Core the apples, slice them into thin wedges, and arrange them in a single layer in the bottom of the baking dish.
7.Sprinkle the apples with sugar and cinnamon.
8.Pour the batter evenly over the top of the apples.
9.Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.
10.While the cake is baking, make the lemon sauce by whisking together 1 cup of sugar and 2 tablespoons of cornstarch in a saucepan.
11.Gradually whisk in 2 cups of boiling water and the juice and zest of 1 lemon.
12.Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens and comes to a boil.
13.Remove from heat, stir in 2 tablespoons of butter, and keep warm until ready to serve.

PROS

This cake is easy to make and a great way to use up extra apples.

The hot lemon sauce adds a tangy sweetness that perfectly complements the warm cinnamon sugar of the cake.

CONS

The cake is fairly high in sugar and calories, so it should be enjoyed in moderation.

The lemon sauce can be quite sweet, so it’s best to pour it over the cake sparingly.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Apples are a good source of fiber, vitamin C, and antioxidants.
While this cake is not particularly healthy, it can be a fun way to incorporate more fruit into your diet as an occasional treat.

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