This Royal Apple Cake, known as 'Szarlotka po Królewsku', is a luxurious dessert that features a light and airy sponge cake base, a layer of tangy apple filling made with fresh apples and gooseberry jelly, and a topping of whipped cream. The cake is finished with a sprinkle of grated dark chocolate, creating a dessert that's as visually stunning as it is delicious.
Why You'll Love This: The contrast between the fluffy sponge, the tart apple filling, and the sweet whipped cream creates a symphony of textures and flavors. The addition of dark chocolate adds a touch of bitterness, balancing the sweetness of the cake. This dessert is perfect for those who appreciate the classic combination of apples and cream in a more refined form.
Perfect Occasion: Ideal for special occasions, family gatherings, or as a sophisticated dessert for a dinner party. It's also a great choice for holidays and celebrations where you want to impress your guests with a show-stopping dessert.
Decoration Tips: Garnish the cake with additional apple slices, a drizzle of caramel sauce, or a sprinkle of cinnamon for added flavor and visual appeal. You can also serve it with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for extra indulgence.
Ingredients:
- 2 eggs
- 2 tablespoons of wheat flour
- 2 tablespoons of sugar
- Approximately 8 apples
- Gooseberry jelly
- Lemon juice
- Additional sugar for the apples (if needed)
- 300ml of 36% cream
- Cream stabilizer (fix)
- Grated dark chocolate for topping
Instructions:
- Preheat the oven to 180°C (356°F). Line a 16cm springform pan with parchment paper.
- Separate egg whites and yolks. Beat the whites to stiff peaks, gradually adding sugar. Lightly beat the yolks and fold into the whites. Sift in the flour and gently fold. Bake until golden and a skewer comes out clean (about 35 minutes). Let the sponge cool in a slightly open oven, then completely.
- For the apple filling, peel and dice the apples. Cook with a bit of water and lemon juice until soft and the juice evaporates. Remove from heat, add jelly, and mix until dissolved. Let it cool and thicken, then spread over the sponge.
- Whip the cream with stabilizer and powdered sugar until stiff. Spread over the apple layer.
- Sprinkle with grated dark chocolate.
- Chill in the fridge, preferably overnight.
Enjoy this Royal Apple Cake, a decadent and elegant dessert that's sure to please any crowd with its delightful combination of flavors and textures.
Enjoy!