Apple Cake Recipe

Directions

1. 1
   * Don't put the egg yolks together as they will be used individually.
2. 2
   Peel apples, cut in half and core.
3. 3
   Cut decorative lengthwise slits in apples, about 1/2-inch deep.
4. 4
   Sprinkle with lemon juice and sugar.
5. 5
   Set aside.
6. 6
   Cream butter and sugar together.
7. 7
   One at a time, beat in egg yolks.
8. 8
   Gradually beat in lemon juice and grated peel.
9. 9
   Sift baking pwdr and flour together.
10. 10
    Gradually add in to batter.
11. 11
    Blend in lowfat milk and rum.
12. 12
    In a small bowl, beat egg whites till stiff.
13. 13
    Fold into batter.
14. 14
    Generously grease a springform pan.
15. 15
    Pour in batter and top with apple halves.
16. 16
    Brush apples with oil.
17. 17
    Bake in a preheated 350 degree F. oven for 35 to 40 min.
18. 18
    Remove from pan and sprinkle with confectioners' sugar.