Kellerkuchen Cellar Cake

Experience old-world charm with Kellerkuchen Cellar Cake, a beautifully rustic German-inspired dessert that combines tender layers of buttery cake with spiced apple goodness. Perfect for autumn or any cozy gathering, this cake features a luscious blend of sweet cinnamon-kissed apples nestled between moist vanilla cake batter, finished with a delicate dusting of powdered sugar. The interplay of flavors and textures—soft apples, fragrant spices, and a light, crumbly cake—makes every bite irresistibly satisfying. With easy preparation and a stunning layered presentation, this dessert is ideal for impressing guests or indulging in a comforting treat. Serve it chilled or at room temperature for a timeless homemade delight that'll transport your taste buds straight to a traditional European cellar kitchen. Keywords: Kellerkuchen recipe, cellar cake, spiced apple cake, rustic German dessert, homemade layered cake.

Nutriscore Rating: 53/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:50 mins

Total Time:70 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 250 grams All-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons Baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 150 grams Unsalted butter, softened
• 200 grams Granulated sugar
• 3 large Eggs
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 125 milliliters Milk
• 500 grams Apples, peeled, cored, and thinly sliced
• 1 teaspoon Cinnamon
• 2 tablespoons Brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon Powdered sugar (for dusting, optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and grease a 23cm (9-inch) round springform pan.

Step 2

In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar together using a hand mixer or stand mixer until light and fluffy, approximately 3-4 minutes.

Step 4

Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.

Step 5

Reduce the mixer speed to low and gradually add the flour mixture, alternating with the milk, starting and ending with the flour. Mix just until combined; do not overmix.

Step 6

Pour half of the batter into the prepared pan and spread it evenly with a spatula.

Step 7

Arrange half of the sliced apples over the batter in an even layer. Sprinkle the apples with half of the cinnamon and 1 tablespoon of brown sugar.

Step 8

Pour the remaining batter over the apples, smoothing it out carefully to cover the fruit.

Step 9

Layer the remaining apple slices on top, and sprinkle with the remaining cinnamon and 1 tablespoon of brown sugar.

Step 10

Bake in the preheated oven for 50 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 11

Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before removing the springform ring. Let it cool completely on a wire rack.

Step 12

Dust with powdered sugar before serving, if desired. Serve at room temperature or slightly chilled.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1423.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3417.7

Total Fat 142.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 83.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 897.1mg	0%
Sodium 2377.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 500.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 20.2g	0%
Total Sugars 283.0g
Protein 51.8g	0%

Vitamin D 179.7IU	0%
Calcium 382.4mg	0%
Iron 15.3mg	0%
Potassium 1286.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 36.7%

Protein: 5.9%

Carbs: 57.4%