3 Apples, 3 Eggs & a Glass of Milk! Soft, Melt-in-Your-Mouth Apple Cake

This easy apple dessert is soft, moist, naturally sweet from apples, and wonderfully tender. Made with just a few basic ingredients, it is perfect for breakfast, tea time, or a light dessert.

Recipe details
Preparation: 15 minutes

Baking: 40–50 minutes

Servings: 6–8 slices

Difficulty: Easy

Ingredients
For one 8-inch (20 cm) cake

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Apples
3 medium (about 450 g)

Eggs
3 large

Milk
1 glass (250 ml)

All-purpose flour
150 g (about 1¼ cups)

Sugar
75–100 g (⅓–½ cup)

Baking powder
2 teaspoons

Melted butter or neutral oil
50 g butter or 45 ml oil

Vanilla extract
1 teaspoon

Cinnamon
½ teaspoon (optional)

Salt
1 small pinch
Important: The three apples, three eggs, and glass of milk form the base of the recipe. Flour, a little fat, and baking powder help create a cake-like texture. Without flour, the result will be closer to a baked apple custard.

Step-by-step instructions
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1. Prepare the apples
Wash, peel if desired, and core the three apples. Slice them thinly or cut them into small pieces. Thin slices give the cake a soft, delicate texture.
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2. Mix the wet ingredients
Whisk the eggs and sugar for 1–2 minutes. Add the milk, melted and cooled butter or oil, and vanilla. Mix until combined.
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3. Add the dry ingredients
In a separate bowl, combine flour, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon. Fold into the wet mixture until just combined. Gently stir in the apples. The batter should be fairly loose.
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4. Prepare the pan
Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F). Grease and line an 8-inch (20 cm) round cake pan with baking paper. Pour in the batter and arrange the apple pieces evenly.

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5. Bake until set
Bake for 40–50 minutes, checking from 35 minutes onward. The top should be golden, and a toothpick inserted into the cakier center should come out without wet batter. If the top browns too quickly, loosely cover it with foil.
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6. Cool and serve
Let the cake rest in its pan for 15–20 minutes before removing it. Cool further before slicing so the soft center can set. Serve warm or chilled.
Nutrition information
Estimated nutrition for the full recipe, using the ingredients listed above, including 75 g sugar and 50 g butter:

Nutrient

Whole cake

Per slice (⅛ cake)

Calories

1,600–1,750 kcal

200–220 kcal

Protein

40–45 g

5–6 g

Carbohydrates

240–260 g

30–33 g

Total sugars

135–155 g

17–19 g

Fat

50–60 g

6–8 g

Saturated fat

20–25 g

2.5–3 g

Fiber

15–18 g

2 g

Sodium

1,000–1,300 mg

125–165 mg

These are estimates, not laboratory measurements. Actual values vary with apple size, milk type, flour, butter or oil, and the amount of sugar used. Natural sugars from the apples and milk are included in total sugars.

Tips for the softest, melt-in-your-mouth texture
Choose sweet apples: Gala, Fuji, or Golden Delicious work well.

Slice apples thinly: This helps them soften evenly during baking.

Don’t overmix: Stir the flour in only until incorporated.

Measure the milk: Use approximately 250 ml rather than an oversized drinking glass.

Allow it to cool: Cutting too soon can make a soft cake appear undercooked.

For extra moisture: Replace 25 g of flour with 25 g of cornstarch for a more delicate crumb.

Frequently asked questions
Can I make it without flour?
Yes. You can blend the apples, eggs, and milk with a little sugar and vanilla for a baked custard-style dessert. It will be much softer and less cake-like, so bake until the center is just set and chill before slicing.
Can I make it without sugar?
Yes. Use sweet, ripe apples and omit the added sugar. The cake will taste less sweet, and its texture may differ slightly.
Can I use whole-wheat flour?
Yes. Substitute whole-wheat flour for all-purpose flour, but expect a denser texture. You may need 1–2 extra tablespoons of milk.
Can I make it in an air fryer?
Yes, if your air fryer accommodates a suitable baking tin. Try 160°C (320°F) for approximately 25–35 minutes, checking early. Timing depends on the appliance and pan depth.
How do I know when the cake is cooked?
The edges should be set, the top lightly golden, and the center should not jiggle like liquid. A toothpick should not show raw batter.
How should I store leftovers?
Because this cake contains eggs and milk, refrigerate it in a covered container within two hours. It is best eaten within 3–4 days. Reheat individual portions gently if desired.
Can I freeze it?
Yes. Cool completely, cut into portions, wrap well, and freeze for up to 2–3 months for best quality. Thaw in the refrigerator.
Is this recipe gluten-free?
Not with ordinary wheat flour. Use a suitable gluten-free baking flour blend and check that the baking powder and other ingredients are gluten-free.
Serving ideas
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With tea or coffee

A simple afternoon treat.

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Final result: A tender apple cake with a soft, moist center and a lightly golden top. For the classic melt-in-your-mouth version, use all the ingredients listed and avoid overbaking.

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