SafePlates

Ingredients

• 4 medium apples (about 1.5 lbs / 700g), peeled, cored, and sliced
• 3 large eggs
• 3/4 cup (150g) granulated sugar
• 1 cup (120g) gluten-free all-purpose flour blend
• 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/4 cup (60ml) neutral oil (such as sunflower or light olive oil)
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)
• Powdered sugar for dusting (optional)

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C). Grease a 9-inch (23cm) round cake pan and line the bottom with parchment paper.
2. Arrange the sliced apples evenly in the prepared pan. Sprinkle with cinnamon if using.
3. In a large bowl, beat the eggs and sugar together with a mixer or whisk until pale and slightly thickened, about 2-3 minutes.
4. Add the vanilla extract and oil to the egg mixture and mix until combined.
5. In a separate bowl, whisk together the gluten-free flour, baking powder, and salt.
6. Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined. Do not overmix.
7. Pour the batter evenly over the apples in the pan, gently spreading to cover.
8. Bake for 40-45 minutes, or until the top is golden and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
9. Let the sharlotka cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then run a knife around the edge and invert onto a plate. Remove the parchment paper and flip right side up.
10. Dust with powdered sugar if desired. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Tip

For extra flavor, try adding a handful of raisins or chopped nuts to the apples before pouring the batter.