A traditional German dessert made of a ‘not too sweet’ cake, a layer of fresh apples sprinkled with cinnamon and sugar, and drizzled with vanilla glaze. Heavenly!
You guys. Don’t walk, RUN to the store and get yourself the ingredients for this one. It’s simply amazing!
I can’t believe it’s almost October and I hadn’t posted anything with apples yet?
What the heck is wrong with me??
Typically, in my food world – September is for apples and I save the pumpkin for October – but this year I just dove right into it!
This past weekend, we had a big tailgate for our Nebraska Cornhuskers football game against the Oregon Ducks. It also marked the first day of Oktoberfest and my step-dad’s birthday! We grilled Brat Burgers and I needed a dessert that was German and yummy for a birthday.
I went to pinterest and typed in “German Desserts” — lots of them popped up. Then I saw this one and clicked on it before I even realized who’s blog I was headed for. When I landed on Chocolate, Chocolate and More — I knew this recipe would be a winner, and I was right.
My only regret was that it was gone too fast, and I didn’t get a picture of it sliced. But never fear, I will make this one again and make sure that happens! 😉 That’s what you call “taking one for the team.” Ha!
After lining your 9×13 baking dish with parchment paper, spread the cake batter inside. Top with thinly sliced apples and sprinkle with cinnamon and sugar. Bake and drizzle with glaze. Serve warm or cold — it’s truly amazing!
Looking for other German Recipes? Here are my tried and true favorites!
German Onion Pie {Zwiebelkuchen}
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Let’s get to the recipe! 
Apple Kuchen (German Apple Cake)
A traditional German dessert made of a 'not too sweet' cake, a layer of fresh apples sprinkled with cinnamon and sugar, and drizzled with vanilla glaze. Heavenly!
Ingredients
- For the Cake:
- 4-5 medium Granny Smith Apples
- 1/2 cup butter, room temperature
- 2/3 cup sugar
- 2 eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups Flour
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- For the Topping:
- 3 tablespoons sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- For the Glaze:
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 1/2 tablespoons milk
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
Notes
Recipe from Chocolate, Chocolate and More
Nutrition Information:
Yield:
16Serving Size:
1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 219Total Fat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 43mgSodium: 137mgCarbohydrates: 34gFiber: 2gSugar: 23gProtein: 3g
Nutrition isn't always accurate.
If you make this recipe, I’d love to know! Snap a picture, share the photo on social media with the hashtag #AnAffairFromTheHeart – I’d love to see what you made! – Michaela
peter @feedyoursoultoo says
I really like the look of this cake. A very fun way to serve it.
Aunt Bee says
My mouth is WATERING! This looks absolutely amazing! Gosh, I love Fall! Thanks for another fantastic recipe my family will LOVE!
Suzy | The Mediterranean Dish says
This looks absolutely delicious! I am saving this recipe to try!
Kim N says
Our 4-H Teen Cooking group made this recipe and devoured it. It was pretty simple to make and tasted excellent. We have gluten and dairy free members, so we used coconut milk, butter substitute, sour cream substitute, and a gluten-free flour mix. It turned out perfect.
Raia Todd says
I love this! Perfect for apple season and all things fall. 🙂
Jessica Formicola says
I am SO ready for all of the apple desserts! This cake looks amazing and I can’t wait to try it!
Katherine says
I haven’t had a good German Apple Cake in ages. I can’t wait to give this a try. I shall indeed run, not walk, to the shops 🙂
Lauren Vavala | DeliciousLittleBites says
I love that this recipe isn’t too sweet and that the flavors of the apples and spices really come through! Just delicious!
Patty at Spoonabilities says
What a heavenly dessert. The sliced apples are so gorgeous laid out on top like this. Faboulous recipe!!
Bintu | Recipes From A Pantry says
This sounds like my perfect dessert! I’d love a slice right now.
Kristine says
This is the perfect cake for fall…or almost fall! I’m already doing fall baking. This cake had a such warm flavors and wasn’t complicated to make, but it looks like it is. Great recipe, thanks!
Liz says
This sounds SO good! I’ve been on the hunt for an apple dessert that isn’t pie so this is perfect!
Tara says
You definitely did dive right in! This cake looks incredible with that cinnamon sugar topping and vanilla glaze!
Traci says
Oh yeah! You had to at “not too sweet”. I’m crazy about cake, but I love it when it’s lightly sweetened, allowing for other flavors to be realized. This recipe is a winner!
Ulfi Jüngling says
I make this cake twice already, the comments from my family is „“SUPER“. It’s really yummy, thank you for your recipes ❤️❤️?????
Michaela Kenkel says
Super is a great compliment! Happy you enjoy it!