Meringue Apple Square Cake
by Feli Chic'Cuisine
The Meringue Apple Cake is a dessert worth savoring. The spiced apples provide a rich, fruity base, while the meringue adds a sweet and airy touch that’s impossible to resist - a real crowd-pleaser!
This cake is a cherished family recipe that's been passed down for years. Every autumn, when the air turns crisp and the leaves start to change, I can't resist making this classic dessert that my family loves so much.
The cake has a soft, biscuit-like base made with simple ingredients like eggs, sugar, and flour. On top of the base sits a layer of sweet, cinnamon-spiced apples that bring a warm, cozy flavor.
The finishing touch is a light and airy meringue made from whipped egg whites. As it bakes, the meringue turns golden and slightly crispy, adding a nice texture to the soft apples and cake below.
Tips - A Quick and Easy Recipe
This recipe is exceptionally simple and quick, utilizing just a few common ingredients, all measured using tablespoons.
You'll require two eggs, with the egg whites and yolks separated, 4 tablespoons of sugar, 4 tablespoons of oil, 4 tablespoons of sour cream, 4 tablespoons of flour, and an additional one teaspoon of baking powder.
Jonathane apples are the top pick for this cake, known for their naturally sweet-tart taste, meaning you may not need extra sugar. But if you want it sweeter, just add 2-3 teaspoons of sugar to suit your taste.
How to Prepare Meringue Apple Cake
Prepare the filling
1. Begin by peeling the apples, grating them with a coarse grater.
2. Then squeeze out the juice before sautéing them. In a saucepan set over medium heat, add the prepared apples. Sauté them until they become soft, which should take about 2-3 minutes. Remove the saucepan from the heat and add the cinnamon.
Prepare the Biscuit
3. Cream 2 egg yolks with 4 tablespoons of sugar until the mixture becomes pale. Gradually add 4 tablespoons of oil, gently mixing in the same direction. Dissolve the baking powder in sour cream.
4. Mix the dissolved baking powder into the yolk mixture. Gradually stir in the flour until smooth. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 10-15 minutes, until lightly golden.
Prepare the Meringue
5. Beat the egg whites with 2-3 tablespoons of sugar until you reach your desired sweetness, forming a meringue.
Bake
6. After the cake is partially baked, spread the sautéed apples over it, then spread the meringue on top. Bake for another 5-10 minutes until the meringue turns golden brown.
Step-by-Step Guided Video:
This square cake is an absolute showstopper! The meringue topping is so light and fluffy, complementing the spiced apple filling perfectly. This recipe is surprisingly easy to follow and perfect for any occasion, from cozy family dinners to impressing guests at a party. If you’re a fan of apple desserts or want to elevate your baking game, you have to try this! 🌟
Meringue Apple Cake
Each bite is a delicious mix of fluffy meringue, spiced apples, and tender cake, making it a dessert everyone will enjoy.
Prep time: 20 min. Cook time: 35 min.
Total time: 55 min. Servings: 8
Ingredients
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Method
Prepare the Filling
1. Start by peeling, coring, and grating the apples. Use your hands or a sieve to squeeze out the juice. Sprinkle sugar over the grated apples and stir to coat them.
2. In a saucepan set over medium heat, add the prepared apples. Sauté them until they become soft, which should take about 2-3 minutes. Remove the saucepan from the heat and add the cinnamon. Set this apple mixture aside.
Prepare the Biscuit
3. Preheat your oven to 180°C (360°F) and generously grease and line a 20 x 30 cm rectangular pan with baking paper.
4. In a bowl, cream the egg yolks with sugar until the mixture becomes a pale yellow. Gradually, add the oil.
5. Meanwhile, in a small bowl, mix the cream with baking soda. Add this mixture to the egg yolks and combine it thoroughly. Gradually add the flour.
6. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake until it just starts to turn golden, which should take approximately 10-15 minutes.
Prepare the Meringue
7. Whip the egg whites until they become foamy. Gradually add the sugar while continuously whipping until the meringue holds stiff peaks.
Final Bake
8. Remove the pan with the partially baked biscuit from the oven and spread the sautéed apple filling evenly over the biscuit layer. Then, top it with the prepared meringue. Bake for another 10-15 minutes or until the meringue turns golden-brown.
9. Allow the dessert to cool slightly at room temperature before serving.
Enjoy!
“Give me juicy autumnal fruit, ripe and red from the orchard." ― Walt Whitman
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