Reviewed: Nov. 23, 2007

Really good, quick and easy.

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Frank Furter


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Reviewed: Sep. 2, 2007

Nice recipe but I made some mistakes. First, it seemed undercooked so I baked it longer. This was a big mistake b/c the crust got very hard. It was still delicious though. Used peaches since it was August b/c apples are autumn to me. Also, I doubled the amount of sauce and coconut, as other reviewers suggested. Next time, I will make it exactly as directed and it should come out right. It does look like a cheese Danish after it is cooked. Makes a nice presentation.

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Reviewed: Jan. 21, 2007

I made this for an Oktoberfest party and everyone loved it. It stuck to the pan though and I had a hard time getting it out. You really need to use a spatula. I agree with another who said that it was better the next day. Next time I make it I think I will cut down the amount of sugar (slightly) and make more of the sour cream topping. But it was very good just as it is.

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WILLDOOIT

	Cooking Level: Intermediate Home Town: Hampton, Virginia, USA
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Reviewed: Apr. 16, 2006

One of my favorite desserts of all time. Always a crowd pleaser! I used 1/2 cup butter, and pie sliced apples (not apple pie filling). Very easy and quick. It's a keeper!!!!!!!!!!!1

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Lisa M.

	Cooking Level: Intermediate Living In: Lake Jackson, Texas, USA
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Reviewed: Sep. 30, 2005

Not worth your time. I agree with the others, it's too sweet and I used half the sugar. I added another 1/4 C of butter because the cake mix was still powdery not crumbly at all. The topping hardly covered the pan. Will not make again.

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PAMABIRK


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Reviewed: May 7, 2004

This was kind of like an apple/cheese danish cake. Not very appealing to the eye, but very tasty! Remember to store leftovers in the fridge, since it's made with sour cream!

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GINAGINA


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Reviewed: Feb. 21, 2004

Good, but too sweet. I substituted the apples for fresh pears. I wish I had read the reviews before I baked the cake, it was hard to remove from the pan (I'm sure from pressing too hard in pan) and I would definitely cut back on the sugar!

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obrienb

	Cooking Level: Intermediate Living In: Oceanside, California, USA
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Reviewed: Dec. 14, 2003

I have been using this recipe since I found it in a Betty Crocker ad in Woman's Day when I was 9 (which would have been 32 years ago). However, that recipe was slightly different, calling for double the amount of butter/margarine (1 stick, or 1/2 up) and 1 cup of coconut. Using that much butter helps to get it out of the pan (I never grease the pan, per the recipe). Also, it had you prebake the crust for 10 minutes, and slicing the apples more thinly (which helps with making sure the apples cook all the way). Fat free sour cream works just fine, and patting it LIGHTLY (the crust) into the pan is critical, as noted in other reviews. It is important to watch that it does not overcook, as that also makes it hard to get out of the pan, while undercooking means it won't hold together. It is really not hard, and it is fast and impressive. I have not met anyone who didn't lvoe this dessert!

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JANER01

	Cooking Level: Expert Home Town: Ridgewood, New Jersey, USA Living In: West Jordan, Utah, USA
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Reviewed: Oct. 16, 2003

My mother used to make a delicious apple kuchen, and while this is a little different variation, with the coconut, it's really good and a lot easier than my mom's recipe. Served it for a recent ladies gathering with vanilla bean icecream, and it was a hit!

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Gina M


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Reviewed: Jun. 9, 2003

I used 1/2 cup butter and 1 cup coconut in the crust. Would have given this 5 stars but I could still slightly detect that "cake mix" flavor...but it's worth a try!

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JUDI LEAMING

	Cooking Level: Intermediate Home Town: Chestertown, Maryland, USA Living In: Dover, Delaware, USA
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Reviewed: Mar. 24, 2003

My girl scout troop used this recipe for a local taste fair and it was a great hit. Many people asked for the recipe.

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Reviewed: Mar. 13, 2003

Very disappointing. I used peaches & think the whole recipe was a waste of ingredients. My husband couldn't even finish it & he'll usually eat things up so I don't have to throw it away.

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Reviewed: Mar. 7, 2003

I completely omitted the sugar in this recipe. I added a little more cinnamon and some fresh ground nutmeg. Instead of Granny Smiths I used about 6 Red Delicious Apples and it turned out wonderful!! Instead of using coconut because of the high sugar content, I added finely chopped walnuts to give it the same texture. Even without the sugar and coconut, my family still found the dessert almost too sweet. It was very easy and versatile!!!

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Reviewed: Dec. 6, 2002

This is an easy dessert that turned out well - it was flavourful and the apples were tender. I used a little less sugar, a little more cinnamon, and about 1 1/2 cups of sour cream for the topping. I also omitted the flaked coconut since we don't like it. As others have noted, it's important not to press the crust down too firmly or it will get too hard during baking. This dessert is excellent when served with vanilla ice cream!

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Reviewed: Nov. 25, 2002

this is a terrific recipe...(in louisiana), i baked it an additional 10 minutes, don't know if this was altitude (or lack there of) related. definitely recommend - great tasting & a huge success with the family!

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MIRACLEBLUM

	Cooking Level: Expert Home Town: Lafayette, Louisiana, USA
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Reviewed: Nov. 23, 2002

Just don't press the "crust" down too hard or it is difficult to get out of the pan.

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Reviewed: Nov. 8, 2002

I've been making this for years from an old Girl Scout trip. It's won rave reviews every time!

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Reviewed: Oct. 7, 2002

Wonderful cake that is easy to make! Sliced the apples thin with a peeler/corer/slicer which made the cake perfect. Will definitely use this recipe over and over. Thank you.

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MACOB


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Reviewed: Oct. 1, 2002

I picked fresh apples from my tree and used a apple slicer and corer (works real fast). I think I pressed too hard, and put too much of the cake mix on the walls of the cake pan. I should have left more on the bottom because the "crust" was too hard to eat. Beautiful and simple though!

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Reviewed: Aug. 29, 2002

I'm so glad to have found this recipe!! I've search high and low for an apple cake recipe with coconut!! Thank you very much.

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