Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour four 8-inch round cake pans.
- Brown 1/2 cup of butter in a saucepan until golden brown and fragrant. Let cool completely.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the Cake ingredients, including the cooled browned butter, until smooth. Divide batter evenly among the prepared pans.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let cool completely.
- In a medium saucepan, combine the Apple Filling ingredients. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 10-15 minutes, or until apples are tender. Let cool slightly.
- Place one cake layer on a serving plate. Spread with about 1/4 of the apple filling. Repeat with remaining layers, ending with a cake layer on top.
- Dust the top with powdered sugar before serving.
