Description
A golden, comforting one-pan dessert blending tender cake, caramelized apples, and citrus-spiced warmth. Ideal for autumn gatherings, family meals, or cozy treats with minimal cleanup.
Ingredients
2 Tablespoons all-purpose flour (for dusting the pan)
3 cups plus 2 Tablespoons all-purpose flour (batter base)
1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon salt
3 large eggs, room temperature
3/4 cup canola oil
1/2 cup orange juice (freshly squeezed preferred)
2 teaspoons orange zest
2 medium apples (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp), thinly sliced
Instructions
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C)
Line a 9×13-inch baking sheet with parchment paper and dust with 2 Tablespoons all-purpose flour
Whisk together 3 cups plus 2 Tablespoons flour, sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt
In a separate bowl, whisk eggs, canola oil, orange juice, and orange zest until emulsified
Gradually mix wet ingredients into dry ingredients until just combined (batter will be thick)
Fold in half the apple slices gently (save remaining slices for topping)
Spread batter evenly in prepared pan, arranging remaining apple slices in a single layer across the surface
Bake 25-30 minutes until golden and a toothpick inserted into apples comes out clean
Cool completely before slicing
Notes
Use Granny Smith apples for a tart balance to the sweetness
For gluten-free version, substitute 4 cups cornstarch and 1 1/2 teaspoons xanthan gum
Freezes beautifully up to 3 months in airtight packaging
Can replace orange juice with apple juice or plain water if preferred
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 20mg