Apple salad with butter and lemon is a delicious dessert, perfect for adding a touch of freshness to any meal. We start by peeling the apples, choosing the most aromatic varieties, such as Golden or Granny Smith apples, which will add a pleasant note of acidity. After peeling, we slice them thinly, making sure to immediately sprinkle them with lemon juice to prevent oxidation and keep their vibrant color. This step is essential to maintain the aesthetic appearance of our dish. Once we finish with the apples, we set them aside to absorb the citrus aroma.
In a large bowl, we begin to beat the egg whites until we achieve a firm and shiny foam. This will add a fluffy and airy texture to our cake. In another bowl, we combine the egg yolks with sugar, mixing them well until they become a smooth and fluffy cream. Here, we add the soft butter, which should be at room temperature, and continue mixing until the mixture becomes fine. After obtaining a uniform paste, we pour in the milk and add the grated lemon zest, which will bring an extra flavor.
As we mix all the wet ingredients, it is time to add the sifted flour along with the baking powder, ensuring that they are completely integrated. Finally, with great care, we will incorporate the beaten egg whites, mixing with a wooden spoon to avoid losing the air in the mixture. Once we have a homogeneous mixture, we add the sliced apples, carefully mixing to distribute them evenly in the dough.
We prepare the baking pan, making sure to grease it well with butter and dust it with flour to prevent sticking. We pour the mixture into the pan and level the surface. For a special appearance, we can arrange the apple slices on top, adding a few pieces of butter for an extra touch of flavor. We place the pan in a preheated oven at 180 degrees Celsius and let it bake for about 50 minutes, but it is important to check with a toothpick to ensure that the cake is well baked. Once it is ready, we let the cake cool slightly before taking it out of the pan, and we can serve it alongside a scoop of ice cream or a cup of fragrant tea. This apple cake will surely become a family favorite!
In a large bowl, we begin to beat the egg whites until we achieve a firm and shiny foam. This will add a fluffy and airy texture to our cake. In another bowl, we combine the egg yolks with sugar, mixing them well until they become a smooth and fluffy cream. Here, we add the soft butter, which should be at room temperature, and continue mixing until the mixture becomes fine. After obtaining a uniform paste, we pour in the milk and add the grated lemon zest, which will bring an extra flavor.
As we mix all the wet ingredients, it is time to add the sifted flour along with the baking powder, ensuring that they are completely integrated. Finally, with great care, we will incorporate the beaten egg whites, mixing with a wooden spoon to avoid losing the air in the mixture. Once we have a homogeneous mixture, we add the sliced apples, carefully mixing to distribute them evenly in the dough.
We prepare the baking pan, making sure to grease it well with butter and dust it with flour to prevent sticking. We pour the mixture into the pan and level the surface. For a special appearance, we can arrange the apple slices on top, adding a few pieces of butter for an extra touch of flavor. We place the pan in a preheated oven at 180 degrees Celsius and let it bake for about 50 minutes, but it is important to check with a toothpick to ensure that the cake is well baked. Once it is ready, we let the cake cool slightly before taking it out of the pan, and we can serve it alongside a scoop of ice cream or a cup of fragrant tea. This apple cake will surely become a family favorite!
Ingredients
700 g apples, 3 eggs, 70 g butter, 300 g flour, 250 g sugar, 1 glass of milk, 1 lemon juice and zest, 1 baking powder, apple slices for decoration, a few pieces of butter.