5. Thinly slice the apples into pieces that are approximately ⅛ inch thick.
6. Add the lemon juice, butter, and sugar. Place in the microwave and heat for 3 minutes.
7. Place in the apple slices in overlapping rows to make a rose design.
8. Place the apple cake in the oven and bake it for approximately 40 minutes. Then brush with apricot jam.