DESCRIPTION
This ultra-creamy apple cake is soft, light, and packed with fresh apples in every bite. With minimal flour and simple ingredients, it creates a custard-like texture that melts in your mouth. Perfect for a quick dessert, tea-time treat, or when you crave something sweet without much effort. The natural sweetness of apples combined with a hint of lemon zest makes it refreshing and irresistible. Best of all, it takes only 5 minutes to prepare before baking!
🧾 INGREDIENTS
- 2 eggs
- A pinch of salt
- 100 g sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla sugar
- 100 ml milk
- 20 g melted butter
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 80 g wheat flour
- 4–5 apples (peeled and thinly sliced)
👩🍳 INSTRUCTIONS
- Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and grease a baking dish.
- In a bowl, beat the eggs with a pinch of salt.
- Add sugar and vanilla sugar, then whisk until light and creamy.
- Pour in the milk and melted butter, mixing well.
- Add lemon zest for a fresh flavor.
- Gradually mix in the flour until smooth and lump-free.
- Fold in the thinly sliced apples until well coated.
- Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish.
- Bake for 35–40 minutes or until golden and set.
- Let it cool slightly before serving.
💡 TIPS
- Use sweet apples like Fuji or Gala for best flavor.
- Slice apples thinly so they cook evenly and create a creamy texture.
- Sprinkle powdered sugar on top for a bakery-style finish.
- Serve warm for extra softness or chilled for a firmer, custard-like bite.
- Add a pinch of cinnamon for a cozy twist.