Charlotte with grapes: recipe + 9 step-by-step photos

Who doesn't know the taste of Charlotte? Its delicate sponge dough, fragrant apple filling, and crispy, golden-brown crust are familiar to everyone from childhood. My mother often made this pie to treat us to a delicious pastry with tea and cocoa. Since then, my love for this dessert has been unconditional.

Nutritional value per serving

199 kcal

Proteins: 9 g
Fats: 7 g
Carbohydrates: 30 g

*Nutritional value is calculated per 100g of ingredients

Total time: 50 min
Time in the kitchen: 15 min
Complexity:

A simple recipe.
Number of servings: 8

For a long time, I didn't try making sharlotka. Firstly, at first, I could only make microwave muffins. Secondly, I couldn't find a suitable recipe that I truly liked. But one day, I made it—a classic apple sharlotka. The result was so amazing that I decided to try again and again.

And when the traditional apple version became tiresome for both me and my family, we started trying recipes with various fruits, berries, herbs, and cottage cheese. Today, I'd like to share a tried-and-true recipe for an exquisite grape charlotte that once stole my heart.

Recipe with step-by-step photos

Ingredients

Servings

Grape

200 G
Egg C1

5 pcs
Sugar

180 G
Flour

180 G
Zest

1.5 tsp
Cornstarch

2 tsp
Vanilla

10 G
Salt

1 pinch

Preparation

Step 1

Separate the egg yolks from the whites. Place the whites in a deep bowl and lightly salt. Beat with a mixer until fluffy and white.

Step 2

When the whites have turned white and doubled in size, gradually add 130 g of sugar, whisking continuously. Whisk until the mixture forms a glossy, fluffy foam.

Step 3

Add the remaining white sugar and vanilla to the yolks. Beat with a mixer, whisk, or fork until smooth.

Step 4

Carefully pour the yolk mixture into the whipped egg whites. Stir gently with a spatula to prevent the whites from collapsing.

Step 5

Gradually add sifted whole grain flour to the egg mixture. Knead the dough.

Step 6

Add the zest of half a lemon or orange to the dough for added flavor. This step can be omitted if desired.

Step 7

Wash the grapes and dry them thoroughly. Then lightly coat them in starch to prevent the filling from sinking into the dough. You can use regular flour instead of starch.

Step 8

Grease the bottom of a baking pan with vegetable oil. Pour a 2-3 cm thick layer of batter into the pan, add the grapes, then pour the remaining batter over the top. Smooth the surface of the pie.

Step 9

Bake the charlotte in a preheated oven at 180°C for about 30–35 minutes. It's ready!

Similar recipe

Charlotte with grapes and apples

Classic apple charlotte is a favorite teatime dish for many people around the world. Homemakers adore this pie for its simplicity, ease, and affordability. Pastry connoisseurs remark on its rich flavor and incredibly appetizing aroma. Charlotte is sure to please everyone!

But one of the greatest advantages of this English pie is the wide variety of variations, allowing you to find something to suit your taste. For example, on the "Favorite Estate" YouTube channel, you'll find a stunning recipe for a homemade apple and grape pie. It's an unusual combination that skillfully blends homey comfort and elegance.

Storage

Homemade sharlotka is a delicious pie that you can never have too much of. If you decide to make this pastry, be prepared for people to ask for more even after the dish is empty. So, I recommend working ahead.

Charlotte cake is extremely easy to freeze. This semi-finished product can be stored in the freezer for up to three months. You can take it out and serve it whenever you like. However, to ensure the charlotte retains all its flavor after defrosting, I recommend freezing it uncooked.

To do this, prepare the dough and filling. Assemble the pie in a pan (a metal or foil pan works best for freezing). Cover the top with plastic wrap and place in the freezer.

Frozen pre-baked pie will take a little longer to bake. Or, you can defrost the pie slightly first. To prevent the dough from burning, start baking the charlotte in foil or place a container of water in the oven.

Design and submission

Serve the charlotte slightly warm - this way the flavor of the sponge cake will be revealed more vividly and richly.

You can add fresh grapes or grape jam to this unusual charlotte. The fruit garnish will enhance the flavor of the filling and offer a glimpse of what's inside.

Charlotte with grapes is a sophisticated and unusual dessert that you and your family will definitely remember! Be sure to make it at home and share your results in the comments.

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