Name: Apple-poppy seed cake without sugar and gluten: ready in a few minutes and surprisingly good
Prep time: 45 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 8
Ingredients: 5 larger apples, coarsely grated; 200 g ground poppy seeds; 5 heaping tablespoons ground nuts (almonds or walnuts); 200 ml milk; 2 tablespoons grated coconut; 4 eggs; 2 tablespoons honey; butter for greasing; grated coconut for dusting; 200 ml whipping cream (min. 30 %)

Preparation procedure

Preparing the dough Put the grated apples into a bowl, add the ground poppy seeds and mix well. Stir in the ground nuts and grated coconut, pour in the milk. Finally fold in the eggs and honey. Mix everything thoroughly to form a uniform, moist batter.
Preparing the pan Grease a small baking dish or a pan about 20 × 20 cm with butter and sprinkle with coconut. Pour the batter into the pan and spread it evenly.
Baking Preheat the oven to 180 °C. Bake the cake for about 35 minutes. The surface should be lightly golden and the center firm. You can use a skewer to check.
Finishing Let the cake cool completely. Whip the cream to stiff peaks and spread it evenly over the surface of the cake. Before serving you can garnish with a sprinkle of poppy seeds or coconut.

approx. 8–10 servings

Total preparation time

approx. 45 minutes

(preparation 10 minutes, baking 35 minutes)

Conclusion

This apple-poppy seed cake without sugar and gluten is proof that a simple and healthier dessert can taste absolutely great. It is juicy, tender and naturally sweet. It is suitable for anyone who wants to reduce sugar, gluten or just try something new from everyday ingredients.