Flourless Apple Cake

Flourless Apple Cake is a delightful dessert that combines the natural sweetness of apples with a blend of wholesome ingredients, making it a fantastic treat for anyone looking to indulge without the added gluten. This cake is not only easy to prepare but also offers the perfect balance of flavors and textures, ensuring that each slice is moist and delicious. Whether you’re baking for a special occasion or just for yourself, this recipe is sure to impress.

Ingredients

• 700 g apples (about 4 medium apples)
• Juice of 1/2 lemon
• 20 g unsalted butter (2 tablespoons)
• 4 large eggs
• 1 g salt (a pinch)
• 5 g stevia (1 teaspoon)
• 32 g natural peanut butter (2 tablespoons)
• 5 g baking powder (1 teaspoon)
• 5 g ground cinnamon (1 teaspoon)
• Butter for greasing

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 160°C (320°F) and grease an 18 cm (7-inch) springform pan.
2. Peel, core, and slice the apples, drizzling them with lemon juice to prevent browning.
3. In a mixing bowl, beat the eggs until frothy, then mix in the salt, stevia, and peanut butter until well combined. Gently fold in the baking powder.
4. Arrange the apple slices in the pan in concentric circles, creating a beautiful pattern.
5. Pour the egg mixture over the apples and add small pieces of butter on top for added richness.
6. Bake for 40 minutes, or until the cake is set and lightly golden.
7. Once baked, dust with ground cinnamon after it has cooled.
8. Allow the cake to cool completely in the pan before unmolding to ensure it holds its shape.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Total Time: 55 minutes
Servings: 8
Nutrition Info (per serving): Approx. 150 calories, 5g protein, 8g fat, 20g carbs

How to serve

Serve the Flourless Apple Cake at room temperature or chilled. This cake pairs beautifully with a dollop of Greek yogurt or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a delightful contrast. For a festive touch, garnish with fresh apple slices or a sprinkle of chopped nuts on top. It’s not just a dessert; it’s a centerpiece!

FAQs

Can I use other fruits in this recipe?
Yes, you can substitute apples with other fruits such as pears or berries. Just make sure to adjust the sweetness to match the fruit you choose.

How should I store the Flourless Apple Cake?
Store leftover cake in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. You can also freeze slices for later enjoyment.

Is this cake gluten-free?
Yes! This Flourless Apple Cake is naturally gluten-free as it doesn’t contain any flour or wheat-based ingredients. Perfect for those with gluten sensitivities.

Flourless Apple Cake

A delightful and gluten-free dessert that combines the natural sweetness of apples with wholesome ingredients, perfect for any occasion.

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Prep Time 15 minutes mins

Cook Time 40 minutes mins

Total Time 55 minutes mins

Servings: 8 servings

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American

Calories: 150

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

  

Fruits

• 700 g apples (about 4 medium apples)
• 1/2 lemon Juice of 1/2 lemon To prevent browning of the apples

Baking Ingredients

• 20 g unsalted butter (2 tablespoons) Butter for greasing and small pieces on top
• 4 large eggs Beaten until frothy
• 1 g salt (a pinch)
• 5 g stevia (1 teaspoon)
• 32 g natural peanut butter (2 tablespoons)
• 5 g baking powder (1 teaspoon)
• 5 g ground cinnamon (1 teaspoon)

Method

 

Preparation

1. Preheat the oven to 160°C (320°F) and grease an 18 cm (7-inch) springform pan.
2. Peel, core, and slice the apples, drizzling them with lemon juice to prevent browning.
3. In a mixing bowl, beat the eggs until frothy, then mix in the salt, stevia, and peanut butter until well combined.
4. Gently fold in the baking powder.

Assembly

1. Arrange the apple slices in the pan in concentric circles, creating a beautiful pattern.
2. Pour the egg mixture over the apples and add small pieces of butter on top for added richness.

Baking

1. Bake for 40 minutes, or until the cake is set and lightly golden.
2. Once baked, dust with ground cinnamon after it has cooled.

Cooling

1. Allow the cake to cool completely in the pan before unmolding to ensure it holds its shape.

Notes

Serve the cake at room temperature or chilled. It pairs beautifully with Greek yogurt or vanilla ice cream. For a festive touch, garnish with apple slices or chopped nuts. The cake is naturally gluten-free.