Ronnie's Notes
This cake has a tender bottom, crunchy crust, and a layer of soft fruit in between. The textures are so intriguing that you’ll nibble at this cake every time you pass it by. Until it’s gone. Cake:
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 350°F.
Lightly grease a 9-inch springform pan.
Peel and chop the apples into 1/2-inch chunks and set aside.
Place the 3/4 cup butter and 1 cup sugar together in a large bowl and cream them with an electric mixer set at medium speed for or until they are fluffy and smooth.
Add the eggs and beat them in thoroughly.
Add the 2 cups flour, baking powder, salt, and almond extract and blend them in.
Spoon the batter into the prepared pan.
Place the apples over the batter.
Bake for .
While the cake is baking, heat the 6 tablespoons butter and 1/2 cup sugar together in a small saucepan over medium heat.
When the butter has melted, stir in the 1 tablespoon flour and almonds.
After the cake has baked , spoon the topping over the partially baked cake.
Return the cake to the oven and bake for longer, or until top is golden brown.
Let the cake cool in the pan for .
Remove the sides of the pan and let the cake cool or serve it slightly warm.
Makes 6–8 servings.