Gluten-free apple cake

Name: Gluten-free apple cake
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 65 min
Yield: 8
Ingredients: Golden delicious apples weight to clean 1; Gluten free flour mix 2.4 cups; Eggs 4; Brown sugar ¼ cup; Lemon peel 1; Honey 1 ½ tsp; Cinnamon powder to taste; Sunflower seed oil ½ cup; Greek yogurt 0.6 cup; Potato starch 6 tbsp; Baking powder 2 tsp; Powdered sugar to taste

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Difficulty: Average
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 45 min
Serving: 8
Cost: Low

PRESENTATION

Recipe by
Lulù Gargari

If you’re on the hunt for a gluten-free apple cake that’s really something special, you’ve gotta try this one from Italy. It's like a staple over there—especially in places like Tuscany and Lombardy. And look, using Golden apples really really hits the mark with a perfect mix of sweet and tender textures. Plus, the cinnamon? It just gives it that warm, inviting aroma, filling up your kitchen with goodness. Pretty much irresistible, I’d say.

Even folks who usually turn their noses up at gluten-free stuff are amazed by how this gluten-free apple dessert stands up to the traditional versions. It's a classic in its own right, but with a gluten-free twist that doesn’t lose any of the charm. And listen, it’s so versatile! Perfect with coffee or as a cozy snack whenever you feel like it.

In Italy, the whole baking-without-gluten thing is really picking up, and this cake? It’s seriously one of the best. Families often serve it for breakfast, adding something special to the start of the day. The combo of cinnamon and apples keeps it just sweet enough without being too much—so so good. Some even call it a healthy apple cake because you can tweak it with less sugar or go for dairy-free milk if you want to lighten it up. For sure.

Compared to other desserts, this gluten-free baking wonder uses simple, real ingredients, none of that fancy stuff. It's naturally soft and not at all heavy, perfect for anyone craving a slice of homemade goodness. Those Italian gluten-free cakes? They really deliver on satisfaction, showing you don’t have to compromise on taste or texture. Whether you’re a fan of gluten-free goodies or just trying something new, this cake brings a slice of Italian tradition right to your kitchen. It’s more than just a dessert—honestly, it’s a taste of Italian culture, giving you a fresh and delicious experience with every bite.

How to prepare Gluten-free apple cake

To prepare the gluten-free apple cake, start by pouring the eggs into a bowl 1. Add the brown sugar 2 and turn on the electric mixer at medium speed 3.

After about 4 minutes, you'll get a frothy mixture. Flavor the batter with the zest of one lemon 4. Add the honey 5 and ground cinnamon 6.

Pour in the sunflower oil 7, Greek yogurt 8 and restart the electric beaters 9.

Once you've reached a frothy consistency, add the sifted dry ingredients. First, the gluten-free flour mix 10, then the potato starch 11, and finally the baking powder 12.

With the help of a spatula, fold in the powders from the bottom upwards with delicate movements 13, until all the ingredients are combined 14. Pour the mixture into a 9-inch round pan lined with parchment paper 15.

Take the apple and peel it 16, cut it into 1/2-inch slices 17 and arrange them in a fan shape over the batter 18.

Bake the gluten-free apple cake in a static oven at 340 degrees Fahrenheit for 45 minutes 19. Once cooled, sprinkle the surface with powdered sugar 20. Your cake is ready!