Ingredients
- 1 large egg beaten
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour sifted
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup apple chopped; peeling is optional
- 1/2 cup walnuts chopped
Optional, for Serving:
- whipped cream or ice cream
Equipment
- Spoon or silicone spatula
Method
- Preheat the oven to 350°F. Grease an 8×8-inch baking pan.
- In a mixing bowl, beat the egg, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract together until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the sifted flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Add the dry ingredients to the egg mixture and stir until just combined.
- Fold in the chopped apple and walnuts.
- Spread the batter evenly into the prepared baking pan.
- Bake for about 30 minutes, until the top is lightly golden and the center is set.
- Let cool slightly, then cut into nine squares.
- Serve plain or with whipped cream or ice cream, as suggested on the handwritten recipe card.
Notes
Original name: My great-grandmother’s handwritten card calls this Apple Nut Dessert.
Apples: Peeling is optional, as noted on the card. Measure one cup after chopping.
Pan: The original card specifies an 8×8×2-inch baking pan.
Servings: The handwritten card gives 6–9 servings. This version is portioned into nine squares.
Butter: No butter or oil is listed in the batter. Grease the pan as directed.
Storage and nutrition: Neither storage guidance nor nutrition information is recorded on the original card.