3-Apple Melt-in-the-Mouth Apple Cake (Mediterranean Style)
Description
This Mediterranean apple cake is light, fluffy, and incredibly moist. Made with just 3 apples, 3 eggs, and a glass of milk, it bakes into a custardy-soft cake that almost dissolves on your tongue. No fancy techniques, no butter overload—just simple pantry ingredients and pure comfort. Perfect for tea time, breakfast, or dessert.
Ingredients (Serves 6–8)
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3 medium apples (peeled, diced or thinly sliced)
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3 large eggs
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1 cup milk (about 240 ml)
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¾ cup sugar
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⅓ cup olive oil (or neutral oil)
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2 cups all-purpose flour
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1 tbsp baking powder
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1 tsp vanilla extract
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Zest of 1 lemon (optional, very Mediterranean 🍋)
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Pinch of salt
For Topping (Optional)
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Powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
1. Prepare the Batter
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Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F).
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Line a baking pan with parchment paper.
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In a bowl, whisk eggs and sugar until pale and fluffy.
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Add milk, oil, vanilla, lemon zest, and salt. Mix well.
2. Add Dry Ingredients
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Sift flour and baking powder into the wet mixture.
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Gently mix until smooth—do not overmix.
3. Fold in Apples
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Add apples to the batter and gently fold.
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Pour the thick batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly.
4. Bake
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Bake for 40–45 minutes, until golden and set in the center.
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Let cool slightly before removing from pan.
5. Serve
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Dust generously with powdered sugar.
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Cut into squares and enjoy warm or cold.
Why It Melts in the Mouth
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🍎 High apple content keeps it ultra-moist
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🥛 Milk + eggs create a soft custard-like crumb
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🫒 Olive oil keeps it tender without heaviness
Q & A
Q: What type of apples work best?
Sweet-tart apples like Granny Smith, Golden, or Fuji are ideal.
Q: Can I reduce the sugar?
Yes! You can reduce to ½ cup if your apples are sweet.
Q: Can I make it without oil?
Oil is key for moisture, but melted butter can be used instead.
Q: How do I store it?
Keep covered at room temperature for 1 day or refrigerate up to 4 days.
Q: Can I add cinnamon?
Absolutely—½ tsp cinnamon makes it extra cozy.
✨ Tip:
This cake tastes even better the next day after the apples fully soften into the crumb.
