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Ultra-Moist Almond Flour Apple Cake (Gluten-Free)

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings 8 pieces
Calories 350
A tender, gluten-free apple cake featuring almond flour and fresh tart apples, perfect for a moist and flavorful dessert or snack.

Ingredients

Fruits and liquids

  • 3 large tart baking apples (such as granny smith)
  • 1-2 tablespoons strained fresh lemon juice

Dairy and eggs

  • 9 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 2 large eggs
  • ⅓ cup crème fraiche

Dry ingredients

  • 1 ¼ cup almond flour
  • ½ cup sweet rice flour
  • ½ cup gluten-free oat flour
  • ¼ cup millet flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • ¾ teaspoon fine sea salt
  • ½ cup light brown sugar (packed)
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar

Spices and nuts

  • ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ¼ cup toasted chopped nuts (hazelnuts, walnuts, or pecans; optional)

Optional toppings

  • 1 recipe whipped creme fraiche (for serving, optional)

Instructions 

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Slice apples and toss with lemon juice.
  • Cream butter and sugars, then add eggs and vanilla, mixing well.
  • Stir in almond flour, rice flour, oat flour, millet flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
  • Fold in apples and chopped nuts. Pour batter into a greased baking dish.
  • Bake for 45 minutes or until golden and a toothpick comes out clean. Serve with whipped creme fraiche if desired.

Notes

Use tart apples like Granny Smith for best flavor. Let the cake cool slightly before serving.
Calories: 350kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: almond flour, apple, gluten free