Renetta Apple Donut

The Renetta apple donut is a classic and comforting dessert. Here’s how to prepare it:

Ingredients

• 3 medium-sized Renetta apples
• 250 g of flour 00
• 200 g of granulated sugar
• 100 g of melted butter
• 3 eggs
• 1 packet of baking powder
• Grated zest of 1 untreated lemon
• A pinch of salt
• Icing sugar (for decoration)

Preparation

1. Preheat the oven to 180 °C.
2. Peel the apples, remove the cores and cut them into cubes or slices, as you prefer.
3. In a large bowl, beat the eggs with the sugar until a frothy and clear mixture is obtained.
4. Add the warm melted butter to the egg and sugar mixture, mixing well.
5. Incorporate the sifted flour with the baking powder, a pinch of salt, and the grated lemon zest, mixing gently to avoid lumps.
6. Add the apple pieces to the mixture and blend carefully.
7. Pour the batter into a previously buttered and floured donut mold.
8. Bake for about 40-45 minutes or until when inserting a toothpick in the center, it comes out clean.
9. Let the donut cool in the oven, then turn it out onto a wire rack.
10. When completely cool, dust with icing sugar.

Trivia

Renetta apples are appreciated in pastry making for their balance between sweetness and acidity and for the consistency that remains firm even after cooking.

Remember you can always personalize this recipe by substituting part of the flour with whole wheat flour or adding spices such as cinnamon or nutmeg for a more aromatic touch. Bon appétit!