Irish Apple Torte Cake Recipe

Indulge in this decadent Irish Apple Torte Cake – a moist and flavorful dessert bursting with the warmth of cinnamon and cloves! This easy recipe requires minimal ingredients, including just the zest of a lemon, creating a surprisingly delicious treat perfect for any occasion. Get ready to impress your friends and family with this simple yet elegant dessert!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 55 mins
Calories 451.6 kcal
Protein 10g
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Ingredients for Irish Apple Torte Cake

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How to Make Irish Apple Torte Cake

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Grease and flour a 9x9 inch baking pan.
  3. In a large bowl, cream together 1 cup (2 sticks) softened unsalted butter and 1 ½ cups granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Beat in 4 large egg yolks, one at a time, then stir in the zest of 1 lemon.
  5. Gradually add 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour and 1 teaspoon salt, mixing until just combined.
  6. Divide the dough in half.
  7. Press half of the dough into the prepared pan.
  8. In a separate bowl, combine 2 cups unsweetened applesauce, 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, and ½ teaspoon ground cloves.
  9. Spread the applesauce mixture evenly over the dough in the pan.
  10. Crumble the remaining dough over the applesauce.
  11. Bake for 40-45 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
  12. Let cool completely before serving. Top with whipped cream or lemon sauce for an extra touch of deliciousness!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

12 g

Sugar

67g

Fat

67g

Carbs

19g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Irish Apple Torte Cake?

Irish Apple Torte Cake takes about 75 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 55 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Irish Apple Torte Cake?

Irish Apple Torte Cake has approximately 451.6 calories per serving, with about 10 g protein, 19 g carbohydrates and 34 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Irish Apple Torte Cake?

The key ingredients for Irish Apple Torte Cake are Flour, Sugar, Salt, Egg Yolks, Butter, Lemon, Rind Of. See the full list with measurements above.

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