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 TimeCook TimeInactive / Chill TimeYield / Servings
15 mins45 minsNone8-10 servings

🔪 Key Equipment

  • Large bowl
  • 8x12x2 inch baking pan
  • Sifter
  • Electric mixer or spoon

Ingredients

MeasurementsIngredientsPrep / Notes
⅔ CupFlourSifted all-purpose
3 TeaspoonsBaking PowderNone
½ TeaspoonSaltNone
1 CupSugarNone
2EggsLarge
3 TeaspoonsVanilla ExtractNone
1 CupNutsChopped
2 CupsAppleCubed

Instructions

Step 1: Preparation

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F. Grease an 8x12x2 inch baking pan well.

Step 2: Make the Batter

  1. In a large bowl, sift together the ⅔ cup flour, 3 teaspoons baking powder, and ½ teaspoon salt. Stir in the 1 cup sugar.
  2. Add the 2 eggs and 3 teaspoons vanilla extract to the dry ingredients and beat the mixture well until it forms a thick batter.
  3. By hand, stir in the 1 cup chopped nuts and 2 cups cubed apple until they are evenly distributed.

Step 3: Bake and Serve

  1. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly.
  2. Bake for 45 minutes until the torte rises and falls slightly, creating a wonderfully crisp top.
  3. 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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