Reviewed: Aug. 26, 2009

This recipe sounded good, and it looked good... but it wasn't what I had expected. It's not a sweet dessert. The only thing that made any sweetness to it were the apples and the topping. The cake part of it was a bit dry and blan for my taste. I don't think I will make this again.

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Debbie R

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Reviewed: Aug. 12, 2009

I loved this! I made it to celebrate my brother's recent return from Russia and Ukraine (he claimed to have hated all the food, so it was kind of a practical joke to serve him ONE more Ukrainian dish). He actually loved it, as did everyone else at the party. I used fresh pears instead of the apples, and I didn't really measure them (I think it was probably about 3-4 cups). It was really yummy, though I'm thinking that the pears (or, rather, the amount of fruit) made the cooking time a bit longer. I also used a nine-inch springform instead of the 8x8 dish (I really don't think that would have served as nicely). I think next time I make this (and I WILL!), I will bake the bottom layer just a few minutes before adding the fruit so that it's a tad easier to slice into wedges. I served it with really good vanilla bean ice cream, which helped to even out the spiciness of the cinnamon. If you're not a big cinnamon fan, you might want to reduce it a bit. The flavor on the whole reminded me a bit of when my mother made cinnamon toast for me as a child. Yummy!

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VeeGee's Mommy

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Reviewed: Jun. 22, 2009

This was easy to make, though I found three apples covered the top well in an 8x8 pan. I had to bake it for another 15 minutes, too. When I was making the topping, I thought the amount of cinnamon might be too much, but it balanced out the rest of the cake well. It's a nice, quick cake to make to use up some apples. Could actually be served as a sweet treat for breakfast, too.

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followthebeat

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Reviewed: May 23, 2009

Yum! I just had a slice because I couldn't stand to wait any longer. :) I think my guests will enjoy it too! I baked it for 30 minutes and the apples are perfect and the cake layer is very good. Not too sweet; a perfect compliment to the apples.

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Lori L.

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Reviewed: May 14, 2009

I made four of these for my son's school project on Russia. I sampled the cake immediately after baking it and was not impressed. It was dry, not very flavorful and hard to cut through the apples. Fortunately, however, there was way too much food brought in to school, so my son brought home some leftovers. Let me just say, this cake definitely improves with age!!!! On day 2, the cake was so moist and flavorful, and the apples softened nicely which made for easier cutting. Yummmmm!!!! I think I've gained 5 pounds. If you're looking for a simple dessert, that's not overly sweet and has a nice presentation, try this one. I followed the recipe exactly, using a mix of Granny Smith and Jonagold apples. I baked two cakes for 35 minutes and the other two a little longer. Next time I'll stick with 35 minutes. They were just right.

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STACYB1967

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Reviewed: May 11, 2009

This did not turn out well at all (however it was very pretty). I followed the recipe exactly and ended up with a VERY dry cake that tasted like baking powder and was still raw underneath the apples. I didn't use all four apples (I used 2 1/2), and I'm glad I didn't because I can't imagine how watery it would have ended up if I had. My boyfriend ate a couple of pieces.

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Reviewed: Apr. 9, 2009

yumm! cant wait to try it with different kinda fruits

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Ashi Meessir

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Reviewed: Apr. 7, 2009

I just made this... it was simple and delicious! However, I don't really recommend eating it while it's warm as the cake flavor is almost overpowering while still hot out of the oven. And don't skimp on the apples or the topping even though they may seem like a lot--the balance is perfect! I also uploaded a photo of mine--hopefully it will display soon! :)

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Stephanie R.

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Reviewed: Mar. 29, 2009

Great recipe! I made it for church potluck this evening and it was a huge success! I used both mac and granny smith apples. I did lower the temperature to 350 degrees and baked it for 10 minutes longer, as per the advice of others. Very easy to make. Will definitely make again!

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HJWilson

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Reviewed: Oct. 29, 2008

I was disappointed with this recipe as it did not turn out at all like what I expected. The cake layer wasn't very sweet and tasted like bread to me. And by the time I got the apples cooked to where they weren't crunchy, the cake layer was overcooked and brown against the glass dish.

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Reviewed: Oct. 12, 2008

This was just okay for us. The taste was good but not necessarily something that I will make again. I prefer an apple cake with the apples mixed into the cake.

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MSROOTZ

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Reviewed: Oct. 10, 2008

Yes!! Delicious! This recipe is very similar to a German apple cake my mom used to make when I was a kid. Only this one is better because of the streusel topping. I didn't change a thing other than using rice milk and a blob of sour cream instead of the cream (whey allergy). Talk about easy! I love recipes that can be mixed up quickly, tossed in the oven and ready in less than an hour. I did have to bake it for an extra 15 mins but I think my oven is a bit off. I used Jonamac apples and they came out tart and juicy and did not get mushy at all. I'd love to try different types of apples such as Granny Smith, Cortland or Honeycrisp. Next time I might make a double layer of apples just because I love apple desserts so why not pack as many apples in there as possible? The cake part is not very sweet but I love that because the topping and apples balance out the sweetness. Some fruit desserts are too sugary and sticky but this one is perfect. Clean, simple flavor that will surely be a dessert I will make again and again. I'd love to try pears or peaches next time. You must make this cake, you will love it!!! Thank-you so much for posting the recipe.

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krista v.

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Reviewed: Oct. 1, 2008

I just made this last night for my family and it was a big hit. The flavor was great and my kids loved it with a little milk poured over the top. Follow directions exactly expect double the recipe. Will make again and again.

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Terri M

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Reviewed: Jun. 27, 2008

This cake was delicious! I keep buying apples in bags since it's a better value...but as a single person I can't always eat them fast enough before they start going soft. I used five apples from the last of a getting-soft bag...and it was great. I used a 9" glass pie dish, and doubled the amount of strudel as many people suggested. Aside from a little juice dribbling over the edge (too shallow), it came out perfect. I ate one slice with whipped cream while it was still hot...and immediately knew that this cake needed to be shared while it was still hot! So I bundled it up and raced down to the fire station where I work to share with the guys. They loved it!

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Jamie

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Reviewed: Jun. 25, 2008

This is absolutely wonderful apple cake. My husband and kids loved it. I made the recipe exactly as written. The only thing I did differently was baked it in a springform pan. Next time I think I will try a layer of caramel between the cake layer and apple layer. This is definately a keeper.

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Reviewed: May 9, 2008

AMAZING! The only adjustment I made was to use sugar cinnamon instead of cinnamon, and I made twice as much crumble for the top. I only had two apples on hand, but it was still great and a sure-fire hit with the entire family.

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kpenn

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Reviewed: Feb. 11, 2008

Oh YUM! Really lovely- the bottom cake layer reminded me of a sugar donut, and the top was really delicious. I made it in an 8" x 8" pan and had to bake it an extra 15 minutes because it was thicker, but it worked perfectly. Thanks for the great recipe :)

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Reviewed: Jan. 24, 2008

I had lots of apples to use and wanted something different from a regular pie. This recipe was very easy...I doubled the recipe and baked it in two large pie plates. My husband loved it!

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Reviewed: Nov. 3, 2007

Very delicious and moist !! Family loved it, a definate keeper. ( And we didn't even try it with ice cream yet!!) Thanks for sharing !!

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Reviewed: Oct. 28, 2007

I was pleased with the simplicity of this dessert. It reminds me of a cobbler but the crust is on the bottom which makes it great to slice and serve as oppossed to spooning out portions. I added some vanilla to the crust and served warm. Brown sugar topping was great and didn't make the cake too sweet and I could still taste the apples. Yum!

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