Torta Mele Alla Panna Apple Cream Cake

Indulge in the rustic charm of Torta Mele Alla Panna, a luscious Italian Apple Cream Cake that combines simplicity with decadence. Featuring tender slices of sweet-tart apples like Granny Smith or Fuji nestled in a velvety batter made with heavy cream and rich melted butter, this dessert is a celebration of comfort and elegance. The delicate balance of flavors is enhanced by a hint of vanilla and a touch of lemon, while the golden-brown crust conceals a moist, creamy interior. Perfectly suited for holidays, brunches, or any occasion that calls for a touch of sophistication, this easy-to-make cake comes together in under an hour and serves as a delightful centerpiece when garnished with a light dusting of powdered sugar. Whether paired with a cup of coffee or served à la mode, this Torta Mele Alla Panna is sure to captivate your taste buds.

Nutriscore Rating: 55/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:50 mins

Total Time:70 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 200 grams All-purpose flour
• 150 grams Granulated sugar
• 8 grams Baking powder
• 1 pinch Salt
• 80 grams Unsalted butter, melted
• 200 ml Heavy cream
• 3 large Eggs
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 3 medium Apples (e.g., Granny Smith or Fuji), peeled and thinly sliced
• 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon Powdered sugar (for dusting, optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). Grease and line a 9-inch (23 cm) springform pan with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a medium bowl, toss the sliced apples with the lemon juice to prevent browning and set aside.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt until well combined.

Step 4

In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs, melted butter, heavy cream, and vanilla extract until smooth and homogenous.

Step 5

Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing gently with a spatula until you achieve a smooth batter. Do not overmix.

Step 6

Pour half of the batter into the prepared springform pan and spread evenly.

Step 7

Layer half of the sliced apples over the batter in a fan pattern or evenly distributed.

Step 8

Pour the remaining batter over the apple layer, smoothing the surface, and then arrange the remaining apple slices decoratively on top.

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean and the top is golden brown.

Step 10

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

Step 11

Dust lightly with powdered sugar before serving, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1415.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3121.3

Total Fat 149.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 86.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 932.6mg	0%
Sodium 1214.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 400.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 19.9g	0%
Total Sugars 219.4g
Protein 42.0g	0%

Vitamin D 123IU	0%
Calcium 165.6mg	0%
Iron 12.5mg	0%
Potassium 1104.8mg	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: 43.1%

Protein: 5.4%

Carbs: 51.5%