CAKE
3 Fuji or Gala apples 
(1 1/2 pounds)—peeled, cored and sliced 1/2 inch thick

1 tablespoon Calvados

1 teaspoon finely grated peeled fresh ginger

1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon

2 1/4 cups plus 2 tablespoons sugar

3 sticks unsalted butter, at room temperature, plus more for brushing

1/4 teaspoon kosher salt

3 large eggs

3 cups all-purpose flour

1 tablespoon baking powder


GLAZE
1/4 cup sugar

2 tablespoons heavy cream

2 tablespoons unsalted butter