🍏 Japanese Apple Cake (Quick & Fluffy!)
Prep Time: 5 mins | Bake Time: 35-40 mins
Servings: 8 | Difficulty: Easy
Ingredients
Wet Ingredients:
3 eggs (room temp)
120g (½ cup + 2 tbsp) sugar
½ tsp vanilla extract
80ml (⅓ cup) vegetable oil
100ml (⅓ cup + 1 tbsp) milk
Dry Ingredients:
1½ cups (180g) flour (sifted)
1 tsp baking powder
Apple Layer:
2 apples (peeled, diced)
1 tbsp sugar + zest of ½ lemon
Juice of ½ lemon (to toss apples)
Instructions
Prep: Preheat oven to 170°C (340°F). Grease a 24cm (9.5″) round pan.
Batter:
Whisk eggs + sugar + vanilla until fluffy (~2 mins).
Add oil and milk; mix.
Fold in flour + baking powder until smooth.
Apples: Toss diced apples with lemon juice, zest, and 1 tbsp sugar.
Layer:
Pour ½ batter into pan.
Spread apples evenly, then top with remaining batter.
Bake: 35-40 mins until golden and a toothpick comes out clean.
Serve: Dust with powdered sugar while warm!
Pro Tips 🌟
Use tart apples (e.g., Granny Smith) for balance.
Room-temp eggs blend smoother.
Don’t overmix—keep the batter light!
Why It’s Special
Japanese-inspired: Light, moist crumb with juicy apple pockets.
5-minute prep: Perfect for sudden cravings!
Enjoy your cozy, fruity delight! ☕🍏
Variations:
Add cinnamon (½ tsp) to apples for warmth.
Top with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream.