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Apple Shortbread Cake

Recipe by Amour de cuisine Soulef

A moist shortbread cake with a tart-like texture, flavored with cinnamon and topped with thin slices of Granny Smith apples. Easy to make, it can be enjoyed warm or cold, with or without homemade apple sauce.

EasyFrenchServes 8

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Source Video
45m
Prep
45m
Cook
11m
Cleanup
1h 41m
Total

Cost Breakdown

Total cost:$4.91
Per serving:$0.61

Critical Success Points

  • Do not overwork the shortbread dough to keep it airy.
  • Slice the apples very thinly for even cooking.
  • Add butter on top before baking for a golden crust.
  • Monitor the cake's baking to prevent it from drying out.

Safety Warnings

  • Handle the knife carefully when slicing the apples.
  • Be careful of burns when removing the hot pan from the oven.

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