Name: Egg-free apple cakes
Prep time: 120 min
Cook time: 120 min
Total time: 120 min
Yield: 15
Ingredients: For the dough (15 pieces); 2 cups all-purpose flour; 1 cup semi-coarse flour; ½ cup melted fat (Hera, butter or oil); ¼ cup granulated sugar; 1 packet (7 g) dry yeast; ¾ cup lukewarm milk; pinch of salt; For the apple filling; 3 medium apples (including the peel), cut into small cubes; 2 tablespoons granulated sugar (or to taste); juice and grated zest of ½ lemon; ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon; 2–3 tablespoons water; For the crumble; 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour; 1 tablespoon granulated sugar; 1 tablespoon butter (cold, in cubes); For brushing; a little milk

Preparation procedure

Preparing the apple filling In a small pot mix the chopped apples, sugar, lemon juice with zest, cinnamon and water. Occasionally stirring, simmer over low heat until the apples soften (about 10 minutes). Mash with a masher or fork to a compact but still chunky consistency. Let cool completely.
Preparing the yeast starter and dough In a larger bowl mix the lukewarm milk with the dry yeast and a tablespoon of sugar. Let rest for 10 minutes until a foamy starter forms. Add both types of flour, the remaining sugar, the melted fat and a pinch of salt. Work into a smooth dough (by hand or with a stand mixer) and let it rise in a warm place for 60 minutes, until it doubles in volume.
Shaping the pastries Turn the risen dough onto a lightly floured surface and divide into 15 equal pieces (each about 50 g). Form a ball from each and slightly flatten it into a patty about 8 cm in diameter.
Filling and final proofing Place a tablespoon of the cooled apple filling in the center of each patty. Fold the edges of the patty slightly over the filling, but leave it partly exposed. Transfer the prepared pastries to a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, cover with a towel and let them proof for another 15–20 minutes.
Crumble and brushing Meanwhile, in a small bowl quickly mix the flour with the sugar and pieces of cold butter to form crumbs. Before placing in the oven, lightly brush the pastries with milk and sprinkle with the crumble.
Baking Preheat the oven to 180 °C (fan 160 °C). Bake for 25 minutes until golden brown. After baking let the pastries cool briefly on the sheet.

Time required and number of servings

Filling and dough preparation: 20 minutes
First rising: 60 minutes
Shaping and final proofing: 20 minutes
Baking: 25 minutes
Total time: approx. 2 hours 5 minutes
Number of servings: 15 pastries

Conclusion

Egg-free apple cakes made with cups are, thanks to quick preparation and minimal ingredients, an ideal dessert for any occasion. The tender pastry, fragrant apple filling and crumble complement each other perfectly and create a delicious experience for the whole family. Even beginners can handle this recipe and, thanks to the absence of eggs, it is suitable for guests with allergies.

Egg-free apple cakes

For 15 portions

Ingredients

Preparation procedure

Time required and number of servings

Conclusion

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