M. Field’s Apple Torte
📜 Collection: Gail Collection | ✍️ Attribution: M. Field | 📂 Category: Desserts A wonderfully simple and rustic apple torte from a recipe by M. Field, featuring a dense, moist, fruit-and-nut-packed interior with a crisp, sugary crust.
| Prep Time | Cook Time | Inactive / Chill Time | Yield / Servings |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 mins | 45 mins | None | 8-10 servings |
🔪 Key Equipment
- Large bowl
- 8x12x2 inch baking pan
- Sifter
- Electric mixer or spoon
Ingredients
| Measurements | Ingredients | Prep / Notes |
|---|---|---|
| ⅔ Cup | Flour | Sifted all-purpose |
| 3 Teaspoons | Baking Powder | None |
| ½ Teaspoon | Salt | None |
| 1 Cup | Sugar | None |
| 2 | Eggs | Large |
| 3 Teaspoons | Vanilla Extract | None |
| 1 Cup | Nuts | Chopped |
| 2 Cups | Apple | Cubed |
Instructions
Step 1: Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F. Grease an 8x12x2 inch baking pan well.
Step 2: Make the Batter
- In a large bowl, sift together the ⅔ cup flour, 3 teaspoons baking powder, and ½ teaspoon salt. Stir in the 1 cup sugar.
- Add the 2 eggs and 3 teaspoons vanilla extract to the dry ingredients and beat the mixture well until it forms a thick batter.
- By hand, stir in the 1 cup chopped nuts and 2 cups cubed apple until they are evenly distributed.
Step 3: Bake and Serve
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly.
- Bake for 45 minutes until the torte rises and falls slightly, creating a wonderfully crisp top.
- Serve warm or at room temperature with ice cream or cream.
💡 Make-Ahead & Storage: Store covered at room temperature or in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
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