Apple crumble delight: The ultimate walnut-infused recipe

Apple cakes are very popular. Their delights are most appreciated in winter when served warm, providing comfort on cold evenings. For such qualities, the delicacy I'm describing today is unmatched. It has literally everything we need.

Let's delve into the recipe. Our star today has an intriguing "twist." In addition to apples and a delightful crumble, it also features walnuts, which give the cake a unique texture. The flavour is enhanced by spices, and apart from vanilla sugar and cinnamon, ground cloves are also included.

That's enough of a description, because I believe words cannot do justice to the taste of this cake. You really have to try it. Once you do, you'll find yourself reaching for this recipe again and again. I guarantee it!

Ingredients:

• 1.4 kg juicy apples, like Ligol or Champion,
• 20 mL lemon juice,
• 875 mL cake flour,
• 85 g walnuts,
• 10 mL vanilla sugar,
• 115 g confectioner's sugar,
• 5 mL baking powder,
• 5 mL cinnamon,
• 2 pinches ground cloves,
• 2 egg yolks,
• 30 mL 18% sour cream,
• 200 g butter.

Instructions:

1. Wash, peel, and dice the apples. Mix with lemon juice and sauté in a pan until soft.
2. Chop the walnuts and place them in a bowl.
3. Add flour, cinnamon, cloves, chopped butter, vanilla sugar, and confectioner's sugar. Mix the dry ingredients, then add the egg yolks and sour cream.
4. Use the mixer again, then knead the dough with your hands.
5. Divide into two parts (one slightly larger, the other smaller), cover with plastic wrap, and chill in the refrigerator.
6. After half an hour, take out the dough. Press the larger part into a baking paper-lined form. Evenly spread the dough to form the base. Bake for 20 minutes at 175°C.
7. Then remove the cake and spread the prepared apples on top.
8. Cover them with the second, smaller part of the dough – crumbled.
9. Place back in the oven and bake for another 35 minutes.
10. Let cool, slice, and sprinkle with confectioner's sugar on top. Enjoy!