Apple Cream Cake

August 23, 2025 by admin

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#### For the Cream Topping:

* ½ cup heavy cream
* ¼ cup sugar
* 1 egg yolk
* ½ teaspoon vanilla extract

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### **Instructions**

1. **Preheat the Oven:**
Preheat to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9-inch round or square baking pan and line the bottom with parchment if desired.

2. **Make the Batter:**
In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and spices. In another large bowl, cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then add vanilla and cream (or sour cream). Gradually fold in the dry ingredients just until combined.

3. **Layer the Apples:**
Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top. Arrange the apple slices neatly over the surface, slightly overlapping.

4. **Make the Cream Topping:**
In a small bowl, whisk together the heavy cream, sugar, egg yolk, and vanilla until smooth. Carefully pour or spoon the cream mixture over the apples.

5. **Bake:**
Bake for 40–50 minutes, or until the top is golden and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. The cream will set into a custard-like layer on top.

6. **Cool and Serve:**
Let cool in the pan for 15–20 minutes before slicing. Serve warm or at room temperature — optionally dusted with powdered sugar or paired with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

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### **Tips & Variations**

* **Make it extra decadent:** Add a handful of chopped walnuts or pecans to the batter.
* **Spice it up:** Add a pinch of clove or allspice for more autumn warmth.
* **Use pears instead of apples** for a softer, more floral variation.
* **Make it ahead:** This cake keeps beautifully. Store covered at room temp for 1–2 days or in the fridge for up to 4 days.

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### **When to Serve Apple Cream Cake**

This cozy dessert is perfect for:

* **Holiday tables**
* **Afternoon coffee or tea**
* **Brunch spreads**
* **Fall potlucks**
* Or… just because you’re craving cake.

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### **Final Thoughts**

This **Apple Cream Cake** proves that simple ingredients — when baked with care — can create something truly special. It’s a celebration of texture, flavor, and the magic of apples in season. The creamy top bakes into a luscious custard that perfectly complements the tender cake below and the soft, baked apples above.

So whether you’re serving guests or treating yourself, this cake is sure to impress with minimal fuss. One bite, and you’ll see why it belongs in your regular baking rotation.

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