Brown Butter Apple Cinnamon Skillet Cake
A warm, flavorful skillet cake featuring browned butter, fresh apples, and cinnamon, perfect for cozy gatherings.
Ingredients
Dairy and fats
- 6 tablespoons Unsalted butter (Browned for flavor)
- 1 cup All-purpose flour (No alternatives needed)
- 3/4 cup Granulated sugar (Brown sugar can be used for a richer taste)
- 1 teaspoon Baking powder (To help the cake rise)
- 1 1/2 teaspoons Ground cinnamon (Key flavor ingredient)
- 1/4 teaspoon Salt (Enhances sweetness)
- 1 Large Egg (Bind the ingredients)
- 1/3 cup Milk (Can substitute with almond milk)
- 1 Large Apple (Peeled and diced)
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract (Adds depth of flavor)
- 1/3 cup Pecans or walnuts (Optional, adds crunch and flavor)
Instructions
- Heat butter in a skillet over medium heat until foamy and golden, about 5 minutes. Remove and cool slightly.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Peel and dice the apple.
- Mix flour, sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt in a bowl. In a separate bowl, whisk egg, milk, vanilla, and cooled brown butter until smooth.
- Combine wet and dry ingredients, fold in apples and nuts if using. Pour batter into skillet.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until edges are golden and center is set. Cool for 10 minutes before serving.
Notes
Ensure not to overbake to keep the center slightly soft and moist.