Description
A delightful almond flour apple cake that combines apples and almond flour for a moist and flavorful dessert.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 large eggs, separated
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp vanilla extract or 1 tsp vanilla plus 1 tsp almond extract
- 1 1/2 cups blanched almond flour
- 2 tbsp cornstarch or coconut flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 3 cups peeled, diced apples
- 1/4 cup sliced almonds
- 1 tbsp turbinado sugar
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a baking pan.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk the egg whites until soft peaks form; then set aside.
- In another bowl, combine the egg yolks with the granulated sugar and vanilla extract. Beat until light and fluffy.
- Gradually mix in the almond flour, cornstarch (or coconut flour), baking powder, and salt. Stir until well blended.
- Gently fold in the diced apples and the whipped egg whites until just combined.
- Pour the batter into your prepared baking pan and sprinkle the sliced almonds and turbinado sugar on top.
- Bake for approximately 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let it cool before slicing.
Notes
For added flavor, consider adding spices like cinnamon or nutmeg to the batter.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: almond flour cake, apple cake, gluten-free dessert, easy baking, homemade cake