How to Make Sharlotka - A Step-by-Step Guide

Sharlotka is a classic Russian apple cake that is simple, delicious, and perfect for any occasion. This dessert has been a staple in Russian households for years, and it's easy to see why. The combination of juicy apples, sweet batter, and a hint of cinnamon creates a cake that is not too sweet, not too heavy, and oh-so-satisfying.

What makes Sharlotka stand out is its simplicity. It requires only a handful of basic ingredients, most of which you likely already have in your pantry. It...

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Ingredients

  • 2 Granny Smith apples - peeled, cored, and chopped
  • 5 eggs
  • 1 cup white sugar
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • ¼ cup sour cream (Optional)
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (Optional)

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 40 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr
  • Servings: 8
  • Yield: 8 servings

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease an oversized, deep, glass pie dish and spread apples inside.
  • Combine eggs and sugar in the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the wire whisk attachment. Mix on the highest setting until eggs are foamy and change in color, 5 to 7 minutes. The goal is to achieve a consistency something close to meringue.
  • Turn stand mixer off and switch the attachment to the standard mixing paddle. With the machine on its lowest setting, add flour, sour cream, salt, baking powder, and vanilla extract. Mix until just incorporated. Batter should be thick, fluffy, and airy. Do not overmix, as it will deflate the batter. Pour batter over apples in the pie dish.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until the top turns golden brown and a knife comes out clean, about 40 minutes. Let cool just until it is safe to handle the pan; loosen edges and flip the cake onto a serving platter.
  • Nutrition

    231 cal.

    • Total Fat: 5g
    • Saturated Fat: 2g
    • Cholesterol: 119mg
    • Sodium: 369mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 42g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 29g
    • Protein: 6g
    • Vitamin C: 2mg
    • Calcium: 46mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 108mg