Irish Apple Torte Cake

Indulge in the warm, comforting flavors of an Irish Apple Torte Cake—a delightful fusion of buttery crust, tart apples, and rich custard that captures the essence of classic Irish baking. This stunning dessert begins with a soft, cinnamon-spiced dough pressed into a springform pan, forming the perfect base for layers of thinly sliced tart apples. A sprinkle of brown sugar enhances the apple’s natural tang, while a creamy custard of whipped cream and egg yolk infuses each bite with velvety richness. Baked to golden perfection and finished with a dusting of powdered sugar, this cake is an elegant yet approachable treat, ideal for cozy family gatherings or as the centerpiece of holiday celebrations. Pair it with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an irresistibly decadent finish.

Nutriscore Rating: 47/100

Prep Time:25 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:70 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 170 grams unsalted butter
• 100 grams granulated sugar
• 200 grams all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 2 large eggs
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 60 milliliters milk
• 4 tart apples (peeled, cored, and thinly sliced)
• 50 grams brown sugar
• 120 milliliters whipping cream
• 1 egg yolk
• 2 tablespoons powdered sugar (for dusting)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and grease and flour a 9-inch springform pan.

Step 2

In a medium bowl, cream together the butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.

Step 3

Add one of the eggs, vanilla extract, and milk to the butter mixture. Mix until well combined.

Step 4

In a separate bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, ground cinnamon, baking powder, and salt.

Step 5

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until a soft dough forms.

Step 6

Press the dough evenly into the bottom and slightly up the sides of the prepared springform pan.

Step 7

Arrange the thinly sliced apples over the dough in overlapping layers, covering the entire surface.

Step 8

Sprinkle the brown sugar evenly over the apples.

Step 9

In a small bowl, whisk together the whipping cream, egg yolk, and a pinch of cinnamon, then pour this custard mixture evenly over the apples.

Step 10

Bake in the preheated oven for 40 to 45 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the custard is set.

Step 11

Remove the torte from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then carefully release the springform ring.

Step 12

Once cooled completely, dust the torte with powdered sugar before serving.

Step 13

Slice and serve with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1252.5 grams (1252.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3466

Total Fat 204.40g	262%
Saturated Fat 114.80g	574%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 1059mg	353%
Sodium 1887mg	82%
Total Carbohydrate 383.50g	139%
Dietary Fiber 16.40g	59%
Total Sugars 208.60g
Protein 40.00g	80%

Vitamin D 125IU	627%
Calcium 312mg	24%
Iron 13mg	71%
Potassium 1028mg	22%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 52.1%

Protein: 4.5%

Carbs: 43.4%