Apple Charlotte with Kefir and Sour Cream: Recipe + 9 Step-by-Step Photos

This kefir and sour cream sponge cake is quite dense, yet fluffy and soft. The slight tartness helps the apples fully develop their flavor, even without the addition of lemon. A touch of cinnamon just perfects the combination.

Nutritional value per serving

122.9 kcal

Proteins: 4.7 g
Fats: 3 g
Carbohydrates: 18.9 g

*Nutritional value is calculated per 100g of ingredients

Total time: 1 hour
Time in the kitchen: 15 min
Complexity:

It's easy and straightforward to prepare, but it does require some experience. Not everyone can do it right the first time.
Number of servings: 6

Remember that sponge cake and muffin batters are always made with room-temperature ingredients. This is essential for quick mixing and combining all the ingredients. And if you sift the flour, you'll barely notice how it blends into the liquid ingredients.

Don't skimp on fats either. The butter in this recipe is used only to grease the pan. Therefore, the dough will only contain fat from the sour cream and kefir. Low-fat products will prevent the formation of a beautiful crispy crust and the rich flavor of the dessert.

Recipe with step-by-step photos

Charlotte with kefir and sour cream

Ingredients

Servings

Kefir

200 ml
Sour cream

100 ml
Egg C1

3 pcs
Sugar

200 G
Apples

6 pcs
Baking powder

1 tsp
Flour

380 G
Cinnamon

1 tsp
Butter

10 G

Preparation

Step 1

Peel the washed apples and cut half into thin slices of about 5 mm, and the other half into pieces.

Step 2

Separate the yolks from the whites and beat the latter until stiff. To ensure proper whipping, use room temperature eggs.

Step 3

Add sugar, sour cream mixed with kefir, and baking powder to the yolks. Beat until smooth.

Step 4

Sift flour into the yolk mixture and beat until smooth and homogeneous.

Step 5

Add sunflower oil and cinnamon. Use spices only if desired. Beat until the dough is lump-free.

Step 6

Fold in the egg whites and mix in from the bottom up, ensuring the mixture doesn't shrink. Add half of the resulting batter to the bowl with the chopped apples and gently fold in from the bottom up.

Step 7

Grease the pan with butter. Place the apple mixture into the pan and pour in the remaining batter. Smooth the surface well with a spatula.

Step 8

Place the apple slices on top and sprinkle with 2 tablespoons of sugar. Preheat the oven to 180°C and bake for about 40-45 minutes. Check for doneness with a skewer.

Step 9

The kefir and sour cream charlotte is ready. Let it cool completely in the pan before removing it. If you remove the apple pie immediately, the sponge cake will break.

The number of apples can be changed

If you prefer, you can skip the fruit inside the pie or skip the decorations and leave the outer layer of the charlotte empty. You'll still have a delicious pie. However, it won't be as moist. So, it's best to try the original recipe first, and then experiment.

Decoration for charlotte

Once the pie is completely cooled, you can dust it with powdered sugar and cinnamon. This is the simplest and most basic decoration for apple pie. However, if desired, you can create a beautiful design on the fruit slices using caramel, nut, or berry toppings. You can also place a little whipped cream or a scoop of ice cream on the plate next to the charlotte slice for more interesting flavor combinations.

Thanks to the popularity of Charlotte, there are many interesting recipes for this classic homemade pie. Browse our website and you're sure to find a dessert for even the most discerning palates.

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