A rustic, custard‑like apple cake made with just a handful of simple ingredients. Soft, moist, and naturally sweet, it’s the kind of dessert that feels both wholesome and indulgent.
Explanation
This cake relies on the moisture of apples, the richness of eggs, and the creaminess of milk to create a tender texture that almost dissolves on the tongue. With minimal flour and sugar (or none, if you prefer natural sweetness), it’s closer to a clafoutis or flan‑style cake than a dense sponge. Perfect served warm with a dusting of cinnamon or powdered sugar.
Prep Time: 15 minutes Cook Time: 35–40 minutes Total Time: 55 minutes Servings: 6–8
Ingredients
- 3 medium apples (peeled, cored, thinly sliced or diced)
- 3 eggs
- 1 glass milk (about 200 ml)
- 3 tbsp honey or mashed ripe banana (natural sweetener, optional)
- ½ cup flour (optional, for structure—skip for flourless version)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ tsp cinnamon (optional)
- Pinch of salt
- Butter (for greasing pan)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line a baking dish.
- Beat eggs until frothy, then whisk in milk, vanilla, and honey/banana.
- Add flour (if using), cinnamon, and salt; mix until smooth.
- Fold in apple slices or arrange them neatly in the dish.
- Pour batter over apples.
- Bake 35–40 minutes until golden and set.
- Cool slightly, dust with cinnamon or powdered sugar, and serve warm.