Apple lemon slice

Method

1. 1

   Cream butter and sugar. Add eggs one at a time, beating after each addition.

2. 2

   Add 1 Tbsp of lemon rind.

3. 3

   Sift over flour, custard powder and baking powder.

4. 4

   Line the base of a 27 x 18cm slice tin with baking paper.

5. 5

   Divide mixture in half and press half over the base.

6. 6

   Peel apples, remove cores and slice finely. Place over base.

7. 7

   Spread the remaining cake mixture over the apples.

8. 8

   Scatter with almonds and drizzle with lemon curd.

9. 9

   Bake at 180C for 40 to 45 minutes. Cool in the tin before cutting into squares.