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Apple Torte Easy Only 3 Apples Recipe

This unbelievably easy Apple Torte recipe, originally published in "Jersey Fresh Cooks" by Harriet Kurtzman (The Star-Ledger, NJ Dept. of Agriculture), is a delicious dessert that requires only 3 apples! Perfect for beginner bakers, this recipe delivers a surprisingly elegant and flavorful torte with minimal effort. Get ready to impress your friends and family with this simple yet stunning dessert!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 70 mins
Calories 257.9 kcal
Protein 5g
Rating 4.3 (34 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Apple Torte Easy Only 3 Apples

  • 1/2 cup butter, softened
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 3 medium apples, peeled, cored, and thinly sliced
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • powdered sugar, for dusting (optional)

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How to Make Apple Torte Easy Only 3 Apples

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch springform pan.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
  6. Peel, core, and thinly slice the apples. Gently fold the apples into the batter.
  7. Pour the batter into the prepared springform pan and spread evenly.
  8. Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
  9. Let the torte cool in the pan for 10 minutes before releasing the sides of the springform pan.
  10. Let the torte cool completely on a wire rack before serving. Dust with powdered sugar (optional).

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

6 g

Sugar

134g

Fat

19g

Carbs

16g

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