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Nutritional Values
550kcal
6gProtein
85gCarbs
23gFat
5gFibre
200 gServing
* Per serving · 200 g. May vary.
Allergens
🌾 Gluten
🥛 Dairy
🥚 Eggs
Apple Cake
How to order / say it
Say it
Szarlotka — [shar-LOT-kah]
Order
I'd like the szarlotka, please.
Locally
Poproszę szarlotkę.
Say locally
A Polish apple dessert with a sweet, crumbly crust.
Why try it?
Szarlotka is Poland's grand gesture to the apple, a fruit deeply connected to the country's agricultural identity. It's a beloved dessert for family gatherings, showcasing the balance of sweetness and tradition.
How it tastes
Expect a melt-in-the-mouth buttery crust with a sweet and tangy apple filling, spiced with cinnamon and nutmeg. The texture is soft and tender, contrasting with the crunch of the pastry topping.
Origin & History — first documented: 1800
Originating from French influence in the 19th century, Szarlotka evolved to suit local tastes and ingredients. Its prevalence grew in tandem with the expansion of apple orchards in the region, becoming a culinary testament to Poland's adaptation of European dessert trends.
Recipe
Ingredients
- 500 g apples
- 🌾 250 g flour
- 🥛 150 g butter
- 🍯 100 g sugar
- 🧂 5 g cinnamon
- 🧂 5 g nutmeg
- 🥚 2 egg
- 5 g baking powder
Method
- 1 Mix flour, sugar, and baking powder; cut in butter.
- 2 Press half the dough into a pan.
- 3 Layer with sliced apples, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
- 4 Crumble remaining dough on top and bake.
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