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Grandma’s Juicy Apple Cake with Marzipan Recipe

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This Grandma’s Juicy Apple Cake with Marzipan is a moist, flavorful German dessert featuring fresh apples and a rich marzipan-infused batter. The combination of marzipan and almonds creates a tender crumb and delightful depth of flavor, perfect for an after-dinner treat or cozy afternoon snack.

Ingredients

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Fruits

  • 500g apples (2–3 medium-sized)

Batter

  • 100g marzipan raw paste
  • 125g butter (softened)
  • 125g sugar
  • 2 packets Bourbon vanilla sugar (approximately 16g total)
  • 3 large eggs
  • 150g wheat flour
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 3 drops bitter almond flavoring
  • Pinch of salt

Toppings

  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 2 tablespoons flaked almonds

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) to ensure it’s hot and ready for baking the cake evenly.
  2. Prepare Marzipan: Chill the marzipan for easier handling, then grate it using a box grater or cut into small cubes for incorporating smoothly into the batter.
  3. Cream Butter and Marzipan: In a mixing bowl, cream together 125g softened butter, grated marzipan, 125g sugar, 2 packets of vanilla sugar, bitter almond flavoring, and a pinch of salt until the mixture is light and fluffy, about several minutes using an electric mixer at medium speed.
  4. Add Eggs: Beat in the eggs one at a time, ensuring each egg is fully incorporated before adding the next; use room temperature eggs and butter to prevent curdling and to achieve a smooth batter.
  5. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, stir together 150g wheat flour and 1 tsp baking powder.
  6. Combine Batter: Gradually fold the flour and baking powder mixture into the wet ingredients until just combined, forming the marzipan-infused cake batter.
  7. Prepare Apples: Peel, core, and slice the apples; to prevent browning, drizzle them with a little lemon juice if preparing them ahead of time.
  8. Prepare Baking Pan: Lightly grease the sides of a springform pan and line the bottom with parchment paper for easy release after baking.
  9. Assemble Cake: Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the surface. Arrange the apple slices in a circular pattern on top of the batter.
  10. Add Toppings: Sprinkle 2 tablespoons of sugar and 2 tablespoons of flaked almonds evenly over the arranged apples to create a crunchy, caramelized topping.
  11. Bake: Place the pan on the middle rack of the preheated oven and bake for 40-45 minutes. After about 30 minutes, cover the top with parchment paper or aluminum foil to prevent over-browning.
  12. Cool and Serve: Once baked, remove the cake from the oven and let it cool slightly. Remove from the springform pan, transfer to a wire rack, and dust with powdered sugar. Serve warm for the best flavor and texture.

Notes

  • Using room temperature eggs and butter is key for a smooth, non-curdled batter.
  • Chilling the marzipan makes it easier to grate or cube.
  • If slicing apples in advance, toss with lemon juice to avoid discoloration.
  • Covering the cake during the last 15 minutes of baking prevents excessive browning.
  • The cake tastes wonderful slightly warm and pairs well with cream or vanilla ice cream.

Keywords: Apple marzipan cake, apple cake with marzipan, German apple cake, moist apple cake, almond apple cake

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