Easy French Apple Cake Recipe

This simple but delicious French Apple Cake is perfect for when apple season hits. It’s moist, buttery, and filled with chunks of fresh apples. You can enjoy a slice of this traditional French apple cake with rum for special occasions or as a weeknight treat. You will fall in love once the first bite melts in your mouth.
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[@davidsmith8857]

You said it ! So simple so delicious. Probably the tastiest apple cake I have ever made (burp!)

[@DillyDahlia]

At 2:14 you said 1 cup of powdered sugar instead of flour. Just FYI! Looks incredible!

[@kirstle81]

Had me like what we doing John where is the flour 😂

[@jayneovall]

Yeah he said powder sugar ???😮

[@sknap2728]

Noticed that, too. Thanks for clarifying. Ive make a french apple cake last season that was amazing...though i reduced the rum a bit. Im actually planning to use the pears from my tree. Im sure the rum will b delicious with the pears, too!

[@jaycarver4886]

​@@sknap2728Years ago I started making pear pies instead of apple. I'll never go back. Pears are such a lovely flavor but the trick is to select ones that are very firm and crisp or else they will exude too much liquid when baked. I also put in finely grated or chopped fresh ginger root because it really compliments the pear. I'll have to try this cake and make it a pear/ginger. 😊

[@jaycarver4886]

Oh, I would probably skip the rum. I like it in a nice cocktail but not in sweets. Personal preference I guess but I hate any booze flavor in sweets. 😂

[@deborahojapinwa7834]

I love that when you say a recipe is quick and easy it actually is. Thanks for sharing John ❤❤❤

[@marybrown3053]

I followed your recipe to the T and ended up throwing it out. It was very liquidy compared to yours that you were able to slice . Sorry not happy.

[@danpatanjo7651]

Forgot the flower ?/

[@veenamishra8950]

​@@marybrown3053he said sugar when he meant flour at the beginning - that might be it...

[@jujubee2141]

I love that you convert all your measurements into metric numbers. It’s very considerate of you 😊

[@cd2290]

My grandma made this. She had it as a very frugal recipe without eggs, rum and the option to use shortening instead of butter. It’s still delicious. The changes were necessary growing up in a very large farm family in rural Canada during the Great Depression.

[@Dasani_water_drinker]

So what was her recipe?

[@paolazuffinetti]

That's the recipe I was looking for.... 👍👏👌♥️

[@Terenia531]

I just made this yesterday following Chef John’s Food Wishes video. The only sub I made was that I used brandy since I had some available. Next time I make it I’ll use your recipe with dark rum. It was still over the top yummy.

[@cynthiamorton3583]

Thanks for the mention of brandy. I don’t care for the flavour of rum, and wondered if brandy would make a good substitute.

[@jacquisamsung2619]

Food Wishes and Preppy Kitchen is almost similar in ingredients - only difference is the method of prep, sugar is less in Food Wishes and little less alcohol by 1 tablespoon - recipes are both almost the same, I will however use Preppy kitchen since the castor sugar where in work is coarse ground and take ages to dissolve in butter whipping

[@americanborn9461]

I have made this recipe several times for my family. It is a new favorite. I have also made this with peaches instead of apples. I have never used rum, but instead, I soak my fruit in apple or peach brandy and combine in the mixture. But I'm sure rum would be great too. I just haven't tried that way yet.

[@cbligerman]

My two Favorite Johns baked the same cake within a week of each other! I think the universe is telling me something 🤤 🍰

[@lisamoore6804]

I saw that too, lol.

[@Viviolau]

yea, i thought i was hallucinating at first like, didn't i just see this recipe?

[@JanicePhillips]

Just stuck it in the oven with apples from my own trees! This is my first year to get a harvest because they're young Galas! Sooooo tasty & exciting. I even had blue eggs! 😂

[@lisaboban]

Both of my favorite KZbin chefs (you and Chef John from Foodwishes) showed this cake this week, and used very different techniques! Now I need to make yours!

[@laurkr]

I saw chefJohns video as well!!! He posted it 4 days ago.

[@lisaboban]

@laurkr I made it and it's really good. Now I need to try this one!

[@rekacolour]

I was just thinking, if both chefs John made this cake this week it's a sign that I need to bake for the weekend!

[@dragonlord498]

ya apple cakes are good one of my favorites is a type of apple cake though different then this don't add rum and i at least tend shred the apples but ya now the choice for me is which of these french apple cakes to try making first

[@ronaldsb3]

I just tasted my first bite with this recipe … 🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾 SOOOOOOOO GOOOOOD !!! Thank you Preppy Kitchen!!

[@spreest9537]

As soon as you mentioned that this cake has dark rum, I also had to think of how much my mom loves that flavor in baked goods and sweets. I'll be sure to make one of these for us one of these days, thank you so much for this recipe!

[@Holmer188]

My great grandma made this kind of cake every holiday that we got together with everyone. I have not thought of this recipe for years. Thanks for sharing it. I will definitely be making this.

[@amyspeers8012]

My local patisserie makes this cake and it’s super yummy. Cannot wait to make it myself! I may take it to my immunotherapy team. I live in France and usually bring American treats.

[@Ionabrodie69]

Apple cake is not American.. it’s English and Granny Smith apples are Australian 🤔

[@phoenix2.020]

The French apple cake looks delicious John! I want some right now. This would go perfect with some tea 😋😋

[@natalijaparadiso7566]

I agree 😊

[@sorilub88]

Just took it out of the oven, waiting for it to cool 🤤💞Thank you!

[@ManilaSoundClips]

Apple Cake looks so delicious and perfectly prepared

[@calokent411]

All that’s left for this recipe is love ❤ ❤ ❤ Thanks, John 👍🏼

[@JoanRobertsPawling]

My son found this video and just shared it with me. The rain is keeping us from apple picking, so we’ll need to wait till next weekend. Always love your videos. You’re so personable and you explain everything so well.

[@JoanRobertsPawling]

We went apple picking today and made the cake. Hoping that it tastes as good as it looks. We're having some for dessert after dinner tonight.

[@manariitane5167]

This is such a delicious apple cake. So easy, nice ingredients, perfect. My whole family loved it including Grandma. Thank you, John.

[@wilfulmar]

Thank you so much for your step by step instructions to make such a classic and easy dessert.

[@anoldranger1575]

We subbed rum with pineapple juice and it was amazing! Thanks for the recipe!

[@maltamartin2325]

I made this cake today for my husband’s birthday. It came out moist, flavorful, and with a wonderfully variable texture. Thanks, John!

[@erikak3328]

You really are completely on target with your chosen profession~ what a wonderful kind patient teacher you are~ so happy you are doing what u love and sharing it with us ~ thank you

[@kathrynsinclare8459]

It’s fall! I just changed my kitchen table cloth to my familiar fall friend. It’s good to see my fall tablecloth again. I love this time of year and making this dessert will just add to the warmth and festive feel that comes each year with fall. Can’t wait to try it out thank you. 👋🏻🧑‍🦳😊🍁🍁🍁

[@nilabakery]

I've learned so much from watching your videos. Your attention to detail and expertise in the kitchen is truly inspiring. 👌🥰😋

[@tropicalermine]

He’s the best

[@Carina-2906]

Thank you very much for this delicious recipe John! 😍😍😍 It's not just the cake but the gorgeous smell in your house when you are baking it! I can't wait to try it! 🥰🥰🥰😘😘😘

[@thelonewolf2073]

Made the apple cake again for thanksgiving!!! It was my favorite food out of all of them! Thanks again John!

[@karinasanchez3285]

Like always, another amazing recipe … thanks John 👨‍🍳

[@griselysmartinezluna2399]

Thank you so much John for this recipe. It’s look so delicious 🤤🤤😋♥️♥️♥️

[@deanr3417]

You and Chef John on same wavelength this week.

[@mercedescruz5263]

Soy una fanática de sus recetas me encantas. Gracias por sus vídeos. Me encanta su explicación.

[@natalijaparadiso7566]

This looks amazing, making this tonight ,i can just smell the apple baking and the rum what a great combo delicious...❤

[@Cali0863]

Love your gorgeous green stove/oven! 😍 so glad I came across your channel with amazing recipes!

[@Mike-fg9qp]

One cup of “powdered sugar” …oops I mean all purpose flour…yay subtitles! Anyway looks delicious can’t wait to try it…you’re the best!!

[@joannabronowicka9473]

60 minutes comes out perfect. Tried two times. 35 to 40 minutes is impossible. THE BEST VERSION EVER!!!

[@deynareyes7069]

I'm in love with this cake. I've made it yesterday and it's already gone. Instead of rum I used goat's milk. For vanilla I used bourbon flavored vanilla and incorporated some cinnamon into the dough which I also sprinkled on top before baking. DI-VI-NE

[@SavoryExperimentsCooking]

I love all of your tips! Thanks!

[@user-mi6uv4rl5o]

My family loved this cake when I made it recently, so much so that I have made it several times since! It's a firm favourite now! 😊

[@craig2548]

I love following John. His recipes are outstanding & when I make them(I am in no way a good cook) they come out just like John’s & sooooo tasty!!!

[@traciewilliams1408]

This was an amazingly simple and delicious recipe

[@merlys.cabesada4170]

When I started my cakeshop business I always used all the recipes and my customers loved my product because of the unique, delicious taste..Thank you so much John for sharing... your are a blessing to everyone especially those who followed your videos.

[@mosabrinamuse]

Great recipe, great directions and guidance. Thanks John!

[@kriyayoga98]

Looks delicious! Will try this, especially now that it’s apple season.

[@alilove5618]

Yum Yum ! I love this cake. Thank you so much for sharing this!

[@dandanzhao2056]

Love it!❤ one of the best cakes. Divine

[@leticiaorozco2715]

Looks delicious!!!

[@demeny12]

I made this today and it turned out wonderfully. So aromatic and delicious, with wonderful textures. I used calvados instead of rum and was happy with that choice. I will be making this often!!!

[@allthumbs3792]

Ohhhh! And it's just about apple season. Looks great!

[@Rose_-nd5ff]

Been waiting for this one John! Thank you!

[@mmakomanyatja5213]

The BEST John thank you so much much appreciated God bless you nd your family

[@susantomlinson3704]

glad I checked the recipe and used flour instead of powdered sugar when I made this cake.

[@annalysullivan7724]

Made it, LOVE IT! So easy, so good. I only used granny Smith and am surprised how good the combo with the rum is. In my tiny European oven, it only took 30 min. Love this recipe, will use it often

[@evpchannel]

My parents loved this! They said they love how it's not overly sugary and just perfectly sweet unlike American desserts. I'm making it again today!

[@desireesmith9990]

I want you to know I made your French Apple Cake for the first time. It was delicious. Thank you for sharing your recipe with me 0

[@sadithahamine911]

Love you Jhon because love your baking

[@doheo33]

I just love how pretty your range is. And the cake looks, and I’m sure tastes, amazing.

[@ellb8795]

The BEST. I added cinnamon and dusted the top with turbinado before baking. FABULOUS

[@DiaDia18]

Very nice recipie John! They looks amazing! Have a nice day and good wee! Have a good month! 👍👏🍏🍏🍏

[@elvirab07]

Mine turned out delicious! Thank you!

[@foodbrimful]

WOW perfect recipe absolutely delicious 😋❤

[@relaestrella4085]

Thank you for sharing this recipe I made it it was so delicious

[@sierramountain5700]

OMG. That looks yummy

[@courtneymaree7522]

Oh my gosh that looks DELICIOUS !!! I always love your videos.

[@kendicoutant2117]

Looks fabulous!! Can't wait to try it. Maybe for our family dinner this weekend.🍎🍏🍎

[@healinglight71562]

Yesssss it does have a custard consistency! Yum❤

[@kathleenm3443]

That looks A Mazing. I must try it. Thank you John.

[@aprile271]

SOUNDS DELICIOUS THANK YOU

[@roisin252]

I’m making this tonight ,yummy.

[@shaheroselalji9890]

I made this cake today. It turned out really good. Thank you for the recipe.

[@maryannedeering1663]

Soooo glad i read the comments 😊 the powdered sugar instead of flour had me😮 but i thought maybe just maybe it was a twist 😊and ofcourse, i hadnt looked at the recipe yet or i would have known but i am definitely going to make this cake😊 Liked❤shared

[@vanessalake4468]

John I love your cakes!

[@maltamartin2325]

I’m absolutely making this tomorrow. It’s my husband’s birthday and this looks so much better than the cake mix I had planned. 👩‍🍳

[@Braham_the_Terror]

Hope it went as planned!

[@Celia-gq4yq]

Greeat recipe for Christmas dessert ❤Thank you!!!!

[@lftm0]

Very simple and looks so delicious 👌🏻😋😋

[@CookingstudiobyFarnaz]

it looks so delicious, thank you for sharing,This will be on my list 👌

[@LadyPatriciaT]

You are knocking them out of the park lately, John. I can’t keep up making the recipes, but I’ll die trying lol.

[@pamelabareford5812]

it came out so lovely thanks so much😊

[@judysadowsky2186]

Cake looks delicious.

[@12HpyPaws]

Fall begins my baking season. This will be on my list.

[@joseantonioocampomartinez2964]

John today i made this apple french tart and....WOW . Deliciuos. Thank yoy

[@bouchraf.7291]

Hello John, This recipe takes me back home, my mom used to bake almost the same one very often, so good! If you want to be "more french", you should skip the icecream and add a spoon of crème fraiche!

[@AngelCanales1]

Hi John, Just made the apple cake and it is incredible. Wow. So easy to make and yummy. Thank you for the recipe.

[@thisandthatbymv2353]

I made this yesterday and it was so good. Thank you for the recipe. Will definitely make it again 😊

[@catherinethomas1276]

Beautiful yummy looking. I'll try this ❤

[@barbiebarrios4908]

I Love to Easy Amazing French Apple Cake and i love it 🍏🎂💕

[@Anil18834]

I'm obsessed. I've been making 1/2 portions of your BEAUTIFUL cake every weekend. I can never stick to a recipe. I added 2 tbs vinegar to the cut apples, cinnamon and reduced the amount of sugar as I have a more European palate. I've also made it with pear and toasted almonds, added almond essence and substituted the rum for Cognac, as I think it goes well with pear. What makes this such a success of a recipe is how easy it is and the massive fruit content. I think it would be great with a plum and prune mixture during winter... maybe even sprinkle a few bitter chocolate shavings in it, I think that would be great with rum. I'd also like to try this with peaches and candied orange in spring/summer ❤

[@iwittges]

I can’t wait to try this!

[@Kathy-Carr]

I am definitely going to make this.l.jut as soon as I get my Danish whisk, which I just now ordered. You use it a lot, so it must be worth it. Thank you!!! 💐 🍎

[@13soap13]

I love European recipes for apple cakes ... they let the savoriness of the apple do the talking instead of being cloyingly covered in cinnamon etc. England has the BEST apples. Holland has incredible apple recipes. What camera are you guys using? Incredible resolution.

[@Ionabrodie69]

Yes we do have the best apples and apple cake is an English recipe.. as is apple pie , despite what the Americans would have you believe..😂🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿🇬🇧

[@canadafragrancereviewerdia9119]

Yum John I’m totally making this cake it looks delicious.

[@Jay-ql4gp]

This is going to be my new Thanksgiving and Christmas go-to! Thank you!

[@bfoley]

powdered sugar in the film is not shown in the printed recipe -the cake was heavy without it. I wish they would check their printed recipes against the filmed episode-disappointing cake!

[@carlavaladez2781]

Wow looks so gooooood

[@ADeFilho]

I'm actually going to make this today for a gathering thank you for the idea and for sharing this wonderful video with us. 🙂

[@ellylauw3458]

Beautiful 🎉 need tO try soon 🙏

[@tashablack8720]

I came across this video earlier today so of course I went and got some apples and made it. It is soooo good!

[@janeybakarbessy2330]

I think I am going to try the with my leftovers plums. Thank you for the recipe!

[@aliciacorelli2908]

Looks delicious, going to make it today, thanks

[@chopsticksid]

Thanks for the recipe, I'll try

[@preetisarpal7214]

I love this recipe.... A sure shot delicious one❤