Apple Skillet Cake

Instructions

1. Step 1

   Prepare the skillet cake: • Preheat oven to 375°F with the rack in the middle position.

2. Step 2

   Spray a 10-inch skillet with non-stick cooking spray.

3. Step 3

   Toss apples, cinnamon, brown sugar and lemon juice together in a medium-sized bowl. Set aside.

4. Step 4

   Whisk flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt together in a medium-sized bowl. Set aside. Stir buttermilk and yogurt together in a small bowl and set aside.

5. Step 5

   Using a hand mixer, cream butter and sugar together until light and fluffy. Add eggs and the egg yolk one at a time, blending after each addition. Add vanilla and combine. Add half of the dry mix, blending to combine, followed by the buttermilk and yogurt. Add the remaining dry mix and blend to combine. Note: the batter will be thick.

6. Step 6

   Pour the apple mixture onto the batter and gently fold it in using just a few strokes.

7. Step 7

   Transfer batter to prepared skillet and gently smooth out to an even layer. Transfer to oven and bake for 40 – 45 minutes or until puffed and golden on top.

8. Step 8

   Prepare the sauce: While cake is baking melt butter in a small skillet over moderate heat. Add nuts and heat briefly until toasted. Add maple syrup and cream, stirring into a smooth caramel-coloured sauce.

9. Step 9

   To serve: Transfer wedges of the cake onto dessert plates. Add a scoop of vanilla ice cream. Drizzle cake with butter pecan sauce. Serve immediately.