22/2/2021 0 Comments Low Fat Apple CakeServes 8 / Prep time 20mins / Oven time 35mins [source: www.aseasyasapplepie.com] INGREDIENTS 550 g apples (approx. 3 apples), thinly sliced juice of 1 lemon zest of 1 lemon (optional – can use ½ of zest of a whole lemon for discreet lemon taste) 2 eggs 90 g granulated sugar a pinch of salt 110g plain four 2 t baking powder 75ml low fat milk (2%) Optional: • 1 tablespoon granulated sugar to sprinkle on top (pre-oven) • powdered sugar (only once cake has cooled down) • cinnamon powder (optional) METHOD 1. Preheat the oven to 180 degrees C. 2. Grease and flour a 26 cm (9 ½ inches) pan and set aside. 3. Peel, core, and thinly slice the apples. Place the slices in a bowl with the lemon juice, toss to coat, and set aside. [note: keep one apple from the others – to be used for topping] 4. Put the eggs, sugar, grated lemon zest, and salt in a bowl, and beat until thick and creamy. 5. Add the flour, baking powder, milk, and mix on low speed until combined. 6. Using a rubber spatula or a wooden spoon, fold in 2/3rds of the apples into the batter. 7. Pour the batter in the prepared pan. 8. Arrange the remaining apple slices, flat-side down, over the top. Optional: Sprinkle with 1 tablespoon of sugar. 9. Bake the apple cake for approximately 35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, and the top is golden brown. 10. Cool completely, then dust the cake with powdered sugar just before serving. 11. 😊 NOTE Store it in an airtight container in a cool place for 2 to 3 days, or in the fridge for up to 5 days. In warm climates, it is better to store it in the fridge. Nutrition Information > Amount per 90g serving (1 slice) — Calories: 133, Fat: 1.2g, Cholesterol: 40mg, Sodium: 18mg, Carbohydrates: 28.6g, Fibre: 2g, Sugar: 17g, Protein: 3g
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