How to Make Latvian 'Abolu Plātsmaize' - Full Recipe - Latvian Homestead

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil provides a dairy-free option with healthy fats.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey adds natural sweetness and moisture.

flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: all-purpose flour

Whole wheat flour increases fiber content.

walnuts

🥗Healthier: almonds

💰Cheaper: sunflower seeds

Almonds provide healthy fats and are often more accessible.

Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).

Grease a baking sheet with butter or line it with parchment paper.

Peel and core the apples, then slice them thinly.

In a mixing bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.

Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.

Stir in the vanilla extract and lemon juice.

In a separate bowl, combine flour, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with milk, until just combined.

Fold in the sliced apples, walnuts, and raisins gently.

Pour the batter into the prepared baking sheet, spreading it evenly.

Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.

Allow to cool in the pan for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Dust with powdered sugar before serving.

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