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A top-down view of a golden apple almond cake freshly baked, topped with a sprinkle of sliced almonds and turbinado sugar. The cake sits on a white ceramic plate with parchment paper beneath it, all placed on a clean white marble countertop. The soft golden texture of the cake and the crispness of the topping shine in this simple and minimal scene, perfect for showcasing the dessert's lightness and flavor. The background enhances the cake's visual appeal, emphasizing its inviting look and texture.

Almond Apple Cake Recipe

This Almond Apple Cake is soft, nutty, and naturally sweetened with fresh apples. Made with almond flour, it's light yet satisfying—perfect for a guilt-free, gluten-free dessert or holiday treat.
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Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Servings: 8
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: European, German
Calories: 251
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

  • 3 large eggs separated
  • ½ cup 100 g granulated sugar
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract (or 1 tsp vanilla and 1 tsp almond extract, preferred)
  • 1 ½ cup 140 g blanched almond flour
  • 2 tablespoons 17 g cornstarch, or coconut flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 3 cups 390 g peeled and diced apples, see recipe notes for recommended variety
Optional Topping:
  • ¼ cup sliced almonds
  • 1 tablespoon turbinado coarse sugar

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Hand or stand mixer
  • Spatula
  • Whisk
  • Measuring cups & spoons
  • 9-inch round cake pan
  • Parchment paper
  • Cooling rack

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a round cake pan with parchment.
  2. Separate eggs into two bowls. Beat yolks with sugar and vanilla until creamy.
    A top-down view showing three large eggs separated into two glass bowls. One bowl holds the yolks, mixed with granulated sugar and vanilla extract, while the other contains the egg whites. A whisk is placed next to the bowl of egg yolks, highlighting the preparation phase. The clean white marble countertop provides a minimalist background to emphasize the focus on separating and beating the eggs for the cake mixture.
  3. Mix in almond flour, cornstarch, baking powder, and salt.
    A top-down shot of a mixing bowl filled with almond flour, cornstarch, baking powder, and salt, ready to be combined with the egg yolk mixture. A whisk rests next to the bowl, and a measuring spoon with salt sits nearby. The white marble countertop provides a simple backdrop, allowing the ingredients to stand out. The scene captures the crucial step of mixing the dry ingredients into the egg yolk mixture for a smooth cake batter.
  4. Beat egg whites in a clean bowl until stiff peaks form.
    A clean glass bowl with whipped egg whites that have reached stiff peaks, with a hand mixer placed beside the bowl. The egg whites appear light and fluffy, forming a cloud-like texture. The white marble countertop enhances the clean aesthetic of the scene. The mixing process is captured with a focus on the airy texture of the egg whites, ready to be incorporated into the almond mixture for the cake.
  5. Gently fold egg whites into the almond mixture.
    A top-down view of a glass mixing bowl, with egg whites being gently folded into the almond flour and yolk mixture. The spatula used for folding is clearly visible, and the light texture of the egg whites contrasts with the denser almond mixture. A clean white marble countertop is the simple backdrop, highlighting the careful folding process. This stage ensures a light and fluffy texture for the cake batter.
  6. Fold in diced apples evenly.
  7. Pour batter into prepared pan. Top with sliced almonds and turbinado sugar.
  8. Bake for 35–40 minutes until golden and firm. Cool before serving.
    A top-down shot of apple almond cake batter being poured into a prepared round cake pan. The batter is smooth and evenly distributed in the pan. Sliced almonds and turbinado sugar are sprinkled on top, ready to add a golden crunch during baking. The scene takes place on a white marble countertop, emphasizing the final touches before the cake is baked to perfection. The simplicity of the setup highlights the process of preparing the cake for the oven.