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Apple Sharlotka Recipe (Russian Apple Cake)

Apple Pound Tart is perfect for those extra apples you have around. Just chop them up, top with the batter, and bake! Flip over to enjoy!
Total Time45 minutes
Course: brunch, Desserts
Cuisine: Russian
Allergy: Nut Free
Servings: 8
Calories: 190kcal
Author: Marina Rizhkov

Equipment

  • measuring cups
  • mixing bowl
  • Large bowl
  • Measuring spoon
  • Strainer set
  • Vegetable pepper
  • Pan

Ingredients

  • 6 apples, peeled
  • ½ cup sugar
  • 3 eggs
  • ¾ cup flour
  • 1 splash vanilla extract
  • ½ tsp baking powder
  • 1 Tbsp powdered sugar

Instructions

  • In a stand mixer, beat together eggs and sugar on medium speed.
    3 eggs, ½ cup sugar
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  • Add in vanilla and the baking powder.
    1 splash vanilla extract, ½ tsp baking powder
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  • Turn down to low speed and add in the flour.
    ¾ cup flour
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  • Peel and slice the apples.
    6 apples,
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  • Spray a tart or cake pan and place slices on the bottom of the pan.
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  • Pour the batter over the apples.
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  • Bake in the oven for 30-40 minutes at 350°F.
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  • Once finished baking, flip it over onto a plate so the apples are on top.
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  • Let it cool down for 10 minutes then sift some powdered sugar on top. Enjoy!
    1 Tbsp powdered sugar
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Notes

  • Use any apples.
  • Make sure to peel the apples. 
  • Keep an eye on the apple cake by turning on the light occasionally while in the oven, since oven times may vary. Don't open the oven door till after 25 minutes to check if the apple sharlotka cake is ready. 
  • To check if the cake is ready, gently stick a knife or toothpick in the center to make sure it comes out clean. 

Nutrition

Calories: 190kcal | Carbohydrates: 41g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 2g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 61mg | Sodium: 52mg | Potassium: 182mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 28g | Vitamin A: 163IU | Vitamin C: 6mg | Calcium: 34mg | Iron: 1mg