Brown Butter Apple Yogurt Cake
A simple apple cake with brown butter depth and yogurt tenderness, built for a soft crumb rather than bakery excess.
Ingredients
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Method
Brown the butter
Cook the butter until nutty and amber, then cool slightly before mixing.
Make the batter
Whisk eggs, sugar and yogurt, then fold in dry ingredients and the browned butter.
Bake with apples
Spread the batter, arrange the apples on top and bake until the center springs back.
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Chef notes
A good premium dessert seed because it reads elegant without requiring pastry complexity.
Tips
- • Dust lightly with sugar before baking for a delicate crackled top.
- • Serve with thick yogurt or softly whipped cream.
Recipe FAQ
Can I use pears instead of apples?
Yes. Pears work well, though they release a little more moisture.
Can I make it ahead?
Yes. It holds well for a day and is great slightly warm or fully cooled.
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