Scandinavian Apple Cake Recipe

A delightful twist on a classic! This Scandinavian Apple Cake recipe, inspired by Beryl Frank's "Scandinavian Cooking," uses leftover bread for a unique, crunchy crumb base. Layers of sweet applesauce and spiced bread crumbs create a comforting dessert that's perfect for any occasion. Easy to make and incredibly flavorful, this recipe is a must-try for apple lovers and bread bakers alike!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 40 mins
Calories 355.4 kcal
Protein 11g
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How to Make Scandinavian Apple Cake

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Melt 1/4 cup (57g) of butter in a medium frying pan over medium heat.
  3. In a food processor, pulse 2 cups (150g) of leftover bread until you have fine crumbs.
  4. In a bowl, combine the bread crumbs, 1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar, and 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon.
  5. Add the bread crumb mixture to the melted butter in the pan. Stir until evenly coated and golden brown, about 3-5 minutes.
  6. Grease a 9-inch deep dish pie plate.
  7. Divide the bread crumb mixture into three equal portions.
  8. Press the first portion into the bottom of the prepared pie plate.
  9. Pour 1 cup (240ml) applesauce evenly over the crumb layer.
  10. Repeat layers with another portion of crumbs and another cup of applesauce.
  11. Sprinkle the remaining bread crumbs over the top layer and dot with 2 tablespoons (28g) of cold butter.
  12. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the filling is bubbly.
  13. Let cool completely before serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

17 g

Sugar

28g

Fat

48g

Carbs

15g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Scandinavian Apple Cake?

Scandinavian Apple Cake takes about 60 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 40 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Scandinavian Apple Cake?

Scandinavian Apple Cake has approximately 355.4 calories per serving, with about 11 g protein, 15 g carbohydrates and 25 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Scandinavian Apple Cake?

The key ingredients for Scandinavian Apple Cake are Butter, Breadcrumbs, Sugar, Cinnamon, Applesauce. See the full list with measurements above.

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