Nutella Apple Cake Recipe
Category: Desserts
Servings: 8
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 55 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
Ingredients
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Butter | 150g |
| Baking powder | 10g |
| All-purpose flour | 300g |
| Eggs | 4 |
| Sugar | 80g |
| Whole milk | 90g |
| Stark apples | 3 |
| Nutella | 150g |
| Condensed milk | 30g |
| Brown sugar | 30g |
| Lemon | 1 |
Nutritional Information (per serving)
| Nutrient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | 400 kcal |
| Protein | 6g |
| Fat | 18g |
| Carbohydrates | 55g |
| Fiber | 3g |
| Sugars | 35g |
Instructions
For this delightful Nutella Apple Cake, you will first need to prepare the apples and the batter. Start by peeling and slicing the apples into thick half-centimeter wedges. Place them in a bowl of cold water mixed with the juice of a lemon to prevent them from browning while you work on the batter.
Now, let’s move on to preparing the cake batter. Begin by softening the butter and placing it in a stand mixer fitted with a whisk attachment. Add the sugar to the butter and beat on medium speed for about 5 minutes, until the mixture becomes light and fluffy. Add the eggs one by one, ensuring each is well incorporated before adding the next. Don’t forget to add a pinch of salt to enhance the flavors.
Once the eggs are fully incorporated, add the all-purpose flour and the baking powder, which you should sift beforehand to avoid lumps. Gradually pour in the whole milk, mixing gently to combine. Continue to mix until the batter is smooth and uniform in texture.
At this point, divide the batter into two equal portions. In one half, stir in the condensed milk for a richer, creamier texture. Now you have two separate batters: one light and fluffy, and the other rich and slightly darker. To achieve the signature marble effect in this cake, take a fork and gently swirl it through the two batters, creating a beautiful spiral pattern.
Now that the batter is ready, it’s time to prepare the apples. Remove them from the lemon water and pat them dry. Roll each apple slice in brown sugar to coat them thoroughly, ensuring a sweet caramelized flavor as they bake. Arrange the apple slices in a fan-like pattern on top of the batter, creating a striking design.
Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) for a conventional oven, or 160°C (320°F) for a fan-assisted oven. Once preheated, bake the cake for approximately 55 minutes. If you are using a fan-assisted oven, check the cake after 45 minutes, as the heat is more intense. To prevent the cake from browning too much on top, loosely cover it with a sheet of aluminum foil in the last 10 minutes of baking.
To test for doneness, insert a toothpick into the center of the cake. If it comes out clean, your cake is ready. If there is any residue on the toothpick, return the cake to the oven for a few more minutes.
Once your Nutella Apple Cake has finished baking, remove it from the oven and let it cool before serving. This cake is perfect for any occasion, with its rich combination of Nutella, tender apples, and a moist, fluffy texture that will have everyone asking for seconds!
Serving Suggestions
For a delightful twist, serve this cake with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream. The warm apple slices, with their caramelized brown sugar coating, will pair wonderfully with these toppings. Enjoy!
