Deutscher Apfelkuchen 🍎😋 einfach, saftig & traditionell #253

Kirsch (cherry schnapps)

🥗Healthier: cherry juice

💰Cheaper: water with cherry extract

Cherry juice provides flavor without alcohol.

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil is dairy-free and can lower cholesterol.

whipped cream

🥗Healthier: coconut whipped cream

💰Cheaper: store-bought whipped topping

Coconut whipped cream is lighter and dairy-free.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey adds natural sweetness with a unique flavor.

Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).

Peel, core, and slice the apples.

In a mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, salt, and baking powder.

Add the butter and mix until crumbly.

In a separate bowl, beat the eggs and add the vanilla sugar and lemon zest.

Combine the wet and dry ingredients, then fold in the apple slices.

Pour the mixture into a greased 26cm baking pan.

Bake for about 45-60 minutes or until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.

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