Best Recipes - Moist Apple Cake with Kefir and Sour Cream Topping
Best Recipes - Moist Apple Cake with Kefir and Sour Cream Topping
This apple cake is a practical, home-style bake built around a soft kefir batter and a creamy sour cream topping. The apples sit on top and bake into the surface, while a light cinnamon finish gives the cake its classic aroma. It’s straightforward to make, uses everyday pantry staples, and delivers a tender crumb without complicated techniques.
Ingredients
- 2 cups flour
- 1 cup sugar
- 3 eggs
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 3 teaspoons vanilla sugar
- 2 tablespoons sour cream
- 1 cup kefir
- 4 large apples
- Cinnamon (to taste)
Preparation Time
45 minutes (bake for about 30 minutes at 230 °C)
Step-by-Step Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the flour and sugar. Add 2 eggs, the vanilla sugar, and baking powder. Pour in the kefir and mix until you have a smooth, even batter. Let it rest briefly while you prepare the apples.
- Peel the apples and cut them into slices or small cubes. Slices create a more defined top layer, while cubes distribute more evenly across the cake.
- In a separate bowl, whisk the remaining egg with the sour cream and 1 tablespoon of sugar until smooth and pourable.
- Preheat the oven to 230 °C. Pour the batter onto a baking tray and spread it into an even layer.
- Scatter the apples evenly over the batter. Pour the sour-cream mixture over the apples, allowing it to flow into the gaps.
- Sprinkle cinnamon over the top to your taste. Bake for about 30 minutes, until the top is nicely browned and the cake looks set.
- Let the cake cool slightly before slicing, so it holds together neatly.
Tips
- Cut apples into thinner slices if you prefer a more uniform top and quicker baking through.
- Add cinnamon gradually; it’s easier to increase the aroma next time than to tone it down.
- For clean slices, rest the cake for 10–15 minutes after baking before cutting.
Serving Suggestions
Serve warm or at room temperature with tea or coffee. It’s an easy everyday dessert that also works well for casual gatherings because it stays pleasantly moist.