Apple and Clementine Cake

The Apple and Clementine Cake is a delicious variant of the classic apple cake, with the sweet-and-citrus addition of clementines. Here is the recipe:

Ingredients

• 3 medium apples
• 2 clementines
• 200 g of sugar
• 200 g of all-purpose flour
• 100 g of melted butter
• 3 eggs
• 1 packet of baking powder
• A pinch of salt
• Powdered sugar (for decoration)
• Grated zest of 1 clementine (optional)

Preparation

1. Preheat the oven to 180 °C (356 °F). Butter and flour a cake pan.

2. Peel the apples and cut them into thin slices. Peel the clementines and separate the wedges, removing any seeds.

3. In a bowl, beat the eggs with sugar until the mixture becomes frothy and light.

4. Add the lukewarm melted butter to the egg mixture.

5. Mix in the sifted flour, baking powder, and a pinch of salt, stirring gently until the batter is smooth.

6. Fold in the apple slices and clementine wedges, ensuring they are evenly distributed. If desired, the grated zest of one clementine can also be added for a more intense aroma.

7. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and level with a spatula.

8. Bake for about 40-45 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.

9. Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool. Dust with powdered sugar before serving.

Curiosity

Apple cake is a traditional dessert in many Italian regions, and each area has its own version, sometimes enriched with the addition of seasonal fruit like clementines. Clementines add a fresh citrus note that pairs wonderfully with the flavor of apples, making this dessert ideal for the colder seasons when both fruits are at the peak of their harvest.

If you have any preferences or specific questions about this recipe, or if you’re looking for pairings, for example with a wine or a cocktail, don’t hesitate to ask!