Directions
1. Prepare the Apple Caramel Base:
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In a round metal pan or skillet, melt the butter with the sugar over medium heat.
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Stir gently until the sugar becomes golden brown and slightly bubbly.
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Arrange the apple slices tightly over the caramel in a single layer. Set aside.
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2. Make the Cake Batter:
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In a bowl, beat the eggs with sugar until fluffy and light in color.
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Add oil, milk, vanilla, and optional lemon zest or cinnamon. Mix well.
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Sift in the flour (and baking powder if not using self-rising flour). Combine into a smooth batter.
3. Assemble & Bake:
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Pour the batter gently over the apples in the caramelized pan.
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Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (180°C) for 35–40 minutes, or until golden and a toothpick comes out clean.
4. Unmold & Serve:
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Allow to cool for 5 minutes only, then flip onto a serving plate while still warm so the caramel flows over the cake.
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Slice and serve warm or room temperature. Optional: dust with powdered sugar or serve with whipped cream.
Time & Serving
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Prep Time: 15 mins
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Bake Time: 40 mins
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Total Time: 55 mins
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Serves: 8–10 slices
Tips & Variations
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Replace apples with pears or peaches for seasonal variation.
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Add chopped nuts like pecans or walnuts to the caramel base for crunch.
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Serve with vanilla ice cream or crème fraîche for extra indulgence.
Nutritional Info (Per Slice – approx.)
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Calories: ~230
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Sugar: 20g
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Carbs: 30g
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Protein: 3g
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Fat: 10g
