Lithuanian Rye Bread and Apple Dessert
A comforting and rustic dessert featuring layers of moist rye bread, sweet apples, and a hint of spice, often served warm.
🧂 Ingredients
- 300 g Dark rye bread(stale, cut into cubes)
- 3 large Apples(peeled, cored, and sliced)
- 50 g Butter(melted)
- 100 g Sugar(or to taste)
- 1 teaspoon Cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground cloves
- 200 ml Milk
- 50 g Raisins(optional)
👨🍳 Instructions
- 1
Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F).
- 2
In a large bowl, combine the cubed rye bread with the melted butter, sugar, cinnamon, and cloves. Toss to coat evenly.
- 3
Layer half of the rye bread mixture in the bottom of a greased baking dish.
- 4
Arrange the sliced apples over the rye bread layer. If using, sprinkle the raisins over the apples.
- 5
Top with the remaining rye bread mixture.
- 6
Pour the milk evenly over the top of the dessert.
- 7
Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the apples are tender and the top is golden brown and slightly crisp.
- 8
Let cool slightly before serving. This dessert is best served warm, perhaps with a dollop of whipped cream or vanilla ice cream.
💡 Pro Tips
- ✓Ensure the rye bread is slightly stale for the best texture.
- ✓Adjust the sugar and spices to your preference.
- ✓If the top starts to brown too quickly, loosely tent with aluminum foil.
✨ Twist Ideas
Inspiration for your own version of this recipe
- Add a tablespoon of rum or brandy to the milk for an extra flavor dimension.
- Substitute other dried fruits like cranberries or chopped apricots for the raisins.
- A sprinkle of chopped nuts (walnuts or almonds) on top before baking adds a nice crunch.