Charlotte Aux Pommes Apple Charlotte
Indulge in the timeless elegance of Charlotte Aux Pommes, a classic French dessert that transforms humble ingredients into a showstopping centerpiece. This Apple Charlotte features tender, caramelized Granny Smith or Honeycrisp apples infused with warm cinnamon and a hint of vanilla, all encased in a golden, buttery crust of flattened white bread. The bread, crisped to perfection, beautifully complements the soft, sweet-tart apple filling for a dessert that’s equal parts comforting and refined. With a prep time of just 30 minutes, this baked delight is perfect for entertaining or as a cozy treat. Serve it warm with a dusting of powdered sugar or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a truly irresistible finish.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 medium Apples (preferably Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)
- 100 grams Granulated sugar
- 100 grams Unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 12 slices White bread (crusts removed)
- 1 tablespoon (optional) Powdered sugar (for dusting)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). Grease a 6-cup Charlotte mold or a similarly sized oven-safe dish with butter, ensuring all surfaces are well-coated.
Peel, core, and slice the apples into thin wedges. Place them in a large bowl and toss with the lemon juice to prevent browning.
In a large skillet, melt 50 grams of butter over medium heat. Add the sugar, vanilla extract, and ground cinnamon. Stir until the mixture is well-combined and starts bubbling.
Add the apples to the skillet and cook for 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they become soft and caramelized. Remove from heat and set aside to cool slightly.
Using a rolling pin, flatten each slice of bread to about half its original thickness. Generously butter one side of each slice with the remaining butter.
Line the bottom and sides of the Charlotte mold with the bread slices, buttered side facing outward. Ensure there are no gaps between slices; trim if necessary.
Fill the bread-lined mold with the caramelized apples, pressing them down gently to compact the filling.
Cover the top of the filling with the remaining bread slices, buttered side facing up, to encase the apples completely.
Place the mold in the preheated oven and bake for 40-45 minutes, or until the bread is golden brown and crisp.
Remove the mold from the oven and let it cool for 10 minutes. Carefully invert the Charlotte onto a serving plate. Dust with powdered sugar if desired and serve warm.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2516 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 95.0 g | 122% | |
| Saturated Fat | 54.4 g | 272% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 218 mg | 73% | |
| Sodium | 1467 mg | 64% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 406.3 g | 148% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 33.9 g | 121% | |
| Total Sugars | 240.9 g | ||
| Protein | 28.1 g | 56% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.2 mcg | 6% | |
| Calcium | 596 mg | 46% | |
| Iron | 10.0 mg | 56% | |
| Potassium | 1602 mg | 34% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
