Charlotte with a crispy crust

8 servings

40 minutes

Charlotte with a crispy crust is a classic Russian dessert that has won the hearts of many generations. Its origin is linked to French pastry, but in Russia, it has acquired its own character. The main feature of charlotte is the tender, airy dough combined with sweet and sour apples that give the pastry a vibrant flavor. The crispy crust is created by the right balance of sugar and baking temperature. Charlotte is perfect for cozy family tea times and festive evenings, and its simplicity makes it accessible even for novice cooks. It is best served warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a light dusting of cinnamon to enhance its aroma.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 224.9
• Proteins: 4.9g
• Fats: 7.5g
• Carbohydrates: 34g

Ingredients

• Chicken egg: 3 pc
• Wheat flour: 1 glass
• Sugar: 0.5 glass
• Sour apples: 3 pc
• Vegetable oil: 2 tbsp

Cooking steps

1. Wash 3 small apples and slice them into half-moons 2 mm thick.

   Required ingredients:

   • Sour apples: 3 pieces

2. Whisk 3 eggs. Continue until the mixture stops increasing in volume.

   Required ingredients:

   • Chicken egg: 3 pieces

3. Add a glass of sugar (or 2/3 glass) to the egg mixture and beat.

   Required ingredients:

   • Sugar: 0.5 glass

4. Add a cup of flour and mix with a mixer until the mass is homogeneous.

   Required ingredients:

   • Wheat flour: 1 glass

5. Take a mold (ideally 24 cm in diameter) and grease the bottom and sides with sunflower oil.

   Required ingredients:

   • Vegetable oil: 2 tablespoons

6. Lay out the sliced apples.

   Required ingredients:

   • Sour apples: 3 pieces

7. Pour the batter over the apples and place in a preheated oven (180 degrees) for 30 minutes.

   Required ingredients:

   • Chicken egg: 3 pieces
   • Sugar: 0.5 glass
   • Wheat flour: 1 glass