French Apple Cake with Rum
French Apple Cake with Rum—the perfect easy bake for the weekend! This little cake comes together in a jiffy and is an absolute winner: a crunchy caramelised topping with a fluffy, moist apple cake underneath. And for extra indulgence? Serve it warm with vanilla ice cream—though it’s just as delicious cold!
This classic French apple cake is beautifully simple, letting the apples shine. A splash of rum adds warmth and depth, enhancing the natural sweetness of the fruit. The magic happens in the oven, where the top develops a golden, caramelised crust while the inside stays soft and tender. It’s a no-fuss, foolproof dessert that feels effortlessly elegant.
The best part? You likely have most of the ingredients in your kitchen already. No fancy techniques, no special equipment—just a bit of mixing, layering, and baking. Whether you’re making it for a cosy afternoon treat, a dinner party dessert, or simply because you fancy a slice of something sweet, this cake won’t disappoint.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
✔️ Easy & Quick – Minimal effort, maximum reward—just mix, bake, and enjoy!
✔️ Deliciously Moist – Juicy apples keep the cake soft and tender.
✔️ Caramelised Crunch – The golden crust adds an irresistible texture.
✔️ Rum-Infused – A splash of rum gives a subtle, grown-up flavour.
✔️ Versatile Treat – Enjoy it warm with ice cream or cold with coffee.
So, let’s get baking! Here’s how to make French Apple Cake with Rum—you’re going to love it. Oh, and yes, I also have a video 😉
Recipe by @la.cuisine.de.geraldine. More cake inspiration? What about this Almond, Lemon & Blueberry Cake by Ottolenghi or this stunning Lemon & Poppy Seed Bundt Cake by @michelle_alattefood? There are loads more on my site, check them out!
French Apple Cake with Rum
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Loading...Try this easy recipe for French Apple Cake with Rum. Caramelised topping and moist apple cake make a delightful dessert.
Ingredients
- 4 apples (±500 g)
- 1/2 cup butter (125g), melted
- 3 eggs
- 1 1/2 cup flour (180g)
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 2/3 cup brown sugar (120g)
- 1 teaspoon baking powder (5g)
- 2 teaspoons rum (optional)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- For sprinkling: 1 tbsp sugar, brown or white
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 180°C and prepare your springform by lining the bottom with baking paper and greasing the sides with butter.
Peel and decore the apples. Slice them very thinly with a knife or mandolin (± 3mm).
In a large bowl whisk the eggs with the sugar until the mixture lightens and is fluffy, ± 1 minute.
In a separate bowl mix the flour with the baking powder and salt.
Add the flour mix to the eggs with the melted butter, vanilla and rum. Mix well with a rubber spatula and then add the slices of apples.
Pour the cake batter evenly into a prepared springform. Sprinkle the top of the cake with sugar.
Bake for 45 - 50 minutes at 180°C until the top is nice and browned and the sugar caramelized.
While the cake is still warm, run a blunt knife along the edges, remove from the springform and place it on a wire rack to let it cool. Transfer to a large plate when doen.
delicious served warm, but also great at room temperature. The cake will keep for about 5 days in a sealed container, but is best eaten within 2 days.
