France's Invisible Apple Cake

1h 45m
Serves 1
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Directions

  1. 1Start by mixing together sugar, the seeds of a vanilla bean, eggs, flour, baking powder, and salt.
  2. 2Set the batter aside and focus on the apples.
  3. 3Peel the Granny Smith apples.
  4. 4Use a mandoline to quickly slice the apples ultra thin, making sure to use a cut-resistant glove.
  5. 5Save the favorite slices for the top of the cake.
  6. 6Toss the remaining apple slices into the batter.
  7. 7Let the mixture stand for about 15 minutes while preheating the oven.
  8. 8Use a slotted spoon to start piling the apples into the prepared pan, leveling them out as you go.
  9. 9Shingle the final slices on top.
  10. 10Pour the remaining batter over the surface.
  11. 11Bake the cake at 350 degrees for about 90 minutes.
  12. 12Brush with apple jelly for a shine.
  13. 13Once it's cool, slice it into wedges.
  14. 14Add a dollop of cinnamon spiced whipped cream for the finishing touch.

Ingredients

  • sugar
  • vanilla bean seeds
  • eggs
  • flour
  • baking powder
  • salt
  • Granny Smith apples
  • apple jelly
  • cinnamon spiced whipped cream

Equipment

bowlwhiskpeelermandolinecut-resistant gloveslotted spoonprepared panovenpastry brush

Tips

  • Granny Smiths apples have a lot of acid which strengthens their pectin and helps the apple slices hold their shape as they cook.