Gateau Pommes – A Delicious French Apple Cake

Ingredients

• 600 grams apples (or 4 small)
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• 3 large eggs
• 100 grams fine granulated sugar
• 2 tsp vanilla sugar ((or vanilla extract))
• 100 grams unsalted butter (melted)
• 100 grams all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp baking powder
• 1 pinch salt

Instructions

1. 1

   Prep the apples: Peel, core, and chop the apples into medium-sized cubes. Place them in a bowl, drizzle with the lemon juice, and toss well to coat evenly.

2. 2

   Prep the oven and pan: Set the oven to 180°C (350°F). Line a 20cm (8-inch) round cake tin with baking paper or generously grease and flour the tin.

3. 3

   Whisk: In a large mixing bowl, using a hand whisk, whisk together the eggs, sugar, and vanilla sugar (or extract) until the mixture becomes pale.

4. 4

   Whisk: Gradually add the melted butter and whisk until smooth and well combined.

5. 5

   Mix: Sprinkle in the baking powder, flour and salt and whisk until a smooth creamy batter forms.

6. 6

   Fold: Gently drain any excess lemon juice from the apples and fold them into the batter until fully coated.

7. 7

   Pour the batter into the prepared tin and smooth the top. Tap the tin lightly on the counter to release any air bubbles.

8. 8

   Bake for 35–40 minutes, or until the top is set and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

9. 9

   Cool and serve: Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool in the tin for 10 minutes. Transfer to a serving plate, slice, and enjoy warm or at room temperature. Dust with powdered sugar before serving, if desired.