Apple Kuchen Recipe

Authentic Northern German Apple Kuchen recipe – quick, easy, and unbelievably delicious! This recipe, passed down from my former mother-in-law, is ready in under an hour. Perfect for a weeknight dessert or a special treat, this simple apple cake is sure to become a family favorite. Get ready to impress with this easy-to-follow recipe!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 50 mins
Calories 259.7 kcal
Protein 4g
Rating 4.0 (1 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Apple Kuchen

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How to Make Apple Kuchen

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round baking pan.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, 1/2 cup sugar, baking powder, and salt.
  3. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and 2 large eggs until light and fluffy.
  4. Beat in the vanilla extract.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the milk, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared pan.
  7. Arrange the apple slices over the batter in a circular pattern or overlapping slightly.
  8. In a small bowl, combine the 1/4 cup sugar and cinnamon (if using). Sprinkle evenly over the apples.
  9. Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
  10. Let cool in the pan for 10 minutes before serving. Enjoy warm or at room temperature!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

6 g

Sugar

115g

Fat

30g

Carbs

14g