Szarlotka

• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 cup butter
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 4 cups apples
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice

Method

1. 1

   Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.

2. 2

   In a large bowl, mix the flour, sugar, and baking powder.

3. 3

   Cut in the cold butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

4. 4

   Add the vanilla extract and mix until just combined.

5. 5

   In another bowl, combine the sliced apples with cinnamon and lemon juice.

6. 6

   Press half of the dough mixture into the bottom of the prepared baking dish.

7. 7

   Layer the apple mixture evenly over the dough, then crumble the remaining dough over the apples.

8. 8

   Bake for 45 minutes or until golden brown. Allow to cool before serving.