3-Apple Quick Apple Cake
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 35–40 minutes
Serves: 8
Ingredients
- 3 medium apples (about 500–600 g), peeled, cored and sliced
- 2 large eggs
- 100 g granulated sugar
- 100 ml milk
- 80 ml vegetable oil or melted butter
- 180 g plain (all-purpose) flour
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Optional Topping
- 1 tbsp sugar
- Icing sugar for dusting after baking
- Ground cinnamon
Instructions
Step 1
Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
Grease and line an 8-inch (20 cm) round cake tin.
Step 2
Peel and slice the apples into thin wedges.
Step 3
In a large bowl, whisk together:
- Eggs
- Sugar
- Vanilla
Mix until pale.
Step 4
Add:
- Milk
- Oil (or melted butter)
Whisk until smooth.
Step 5
Sift together:
- Flour
- Baking powder
- Salt
Fold into the wet ingredients until no dry flour remains.
Step 6
Fold in about two-thirds of the sliced apples.
Pour the batter into the prepared pan.
Arrange the remaining apple slices neatly over the top.
Sprinkle with cinnamon and 1 tablespoon sugar if desired.
Step 7
Bake for 35–40 minutes, or until a skewer inserted into the centre comes out clean.
Step 8
Cool for 10 minutes.
Dust with icing sugar before serving.
Approximate Nutrition (Per Slice)
| Nutrient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | 225 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 31 g |
| Protein | 4 g |
| Fat | 10 g |
| Saturated Fat | 2 g |
| Fibre | 2 g |
| Sugar | 16 g |
| Sodium | 140 mg |
Values are estimates and depend on the exact ingredients used.
Allergen Information
Contains:
- Eggs
- Milk (if using milk and butter)
- Wheat (gluten)
Nut-free if made with ingredients that are not processed alongside nuts. Always check packaging if cooking for someone with a nut allergy.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Can I leave the apple skins on?
Yes. The skins soften during baking and add extra fibre.
Q: Which apples are best?
Firm, slightly tart apples such as Granny Smith, Braeburn, Honeycrisp, or Pink Lady hold their shape well.
Q: Can I use self-raising flour?
Yes. Replace the plain flour and baking powder with 180 g self-raising flour.
Q: Can I make it dairy-free?
Yes. Use a plant-based milk and vegetable oil instead of butter.
Q: Can I add spices?
Absolutely. Cinnamon, nutmeg, or mixed spice pair well with apples.
Q: Can I freeze it?
Yes. Wrap cooled slices well and freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw at room temperature before serving.
Q: Is it really ready in 10 minutes?
The preparation takes about 10 minutes, but the cake still needs 35–40 minutes in the oven. Claims like “ready in 10 minutes” are usually referring only to the prep time, not the full cooking time.
