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Brown Butter Apple Cinnamon Skillet Cake

A delightful dessert combining the rich, nutty flavor of browned butter with sweet apples and warm spices, perfect for any occasion.

  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 6 tablespoons Unsalted butter (Browned for flavor)
  • 1 cup All-purpose flour (No alternatives needed)
  • 3/4 cup Granulated sugar (Brown sugar can be used for a richer taste)
  • 1 teaspoon Baking powder (To help the cake rise)
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons Ground cinnamon (Key flavor ingredient)
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt (Enhances sweetness)
  • 1 Large egg (Bind the ingredients)
  • 1/3 cup Milk (Can substitute with almond milk)
  • 1 Large apple (Peeled and diced)
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract (Adds depth of flavor)
  • 1/3 cup Pecans or walnuts (optional) (Adds crunch and flavor)

Instructions

  1. Melt the butter in a skillet over medium heat until it becomes foamy and turns golden brown, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.
  2. Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare the apple by peeling and dicing it.
  3. Whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, ground cinnamon, and salt in a medium bowl.
  4. Whisk the egg, milk, vanilla extract, and slightly cooled brown butter in a separate bowl until smooth.
  5. Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined; carefully fold in the diced apples.
  6. Pour the batter into the skillet with the browned butter and bake for 25-30 minutes, until the edges are golden and the center is set but slightly soft to touch.
  7. Let the cake cool in the skillet for at least 10 minutes before slicing and serving.

Notes

Ensure the butter is properly browned for the best flavor. Serve warm with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream.

  • Author: jayne
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 18g
  • Sodium: 200mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 34g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg

Keywords: brown butter, apple cake, skillet cake, cinnamon dessert