3 Apples, 3 Eggs & 1 Glass Of Milk Cake

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When viral recipe titles highlight simple pantry staples like “3 Apples, 3 Eggs & 1 Glass of Milk Cake,” they are pointing to a wonderful, rustic European-style blender cake (often called Invisible Apple Cake or a simple French apple cake).

Because the batter is packed with an abundance of thinly sliced fresh apples and bound together with just a few wholesome, everyday ingredients, the finished cake is incredibly moist, custard-like, and naturally sweet without needing heavy fats or complicated steps.

Ingredients

  • 3 medium apples (tart apples like Granny Smith or crisp Honeycrisp work best, peeled and thinly sliced)
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 glass (about 1 cup) whole milk (or dairy-free milk)
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar (or coconut sugar for a caramel-like depth)
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour (or a 1:1 gluten-free baking blend)
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • A pinch of salt and 1/2 tsp cinnamon
  • 1 tbsp melted butter or oil (optional, for richness)

Step-by-Step Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prep: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease an 8-inch round cake pan or line it with parchment paper.
  2. Whisk the Wet Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, beat the 3 eggs, sugar, and vanilla extract together until pale and slightly frothy. Whisk in the glass of milk and melted butter.
  3. Incorporate Dry Ingredients: Gently whisk in the flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt until a smooth, thin pancake-like batter forms.
  4. Fold in the Apples: Peel, core, and slice your 3 apples as thin as possible. Fold the apple slices directly into the batter, ensuring every piece is thoroughly coated in the mixture.
  5. Pour and Bake: Pour the apple-heavy batter into your prepared pan, smoothing the top so the apple slices overlap neatly.
  6. Bake: Bake for 40 to 45 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let it cool completely before slicing (it sets into a wonderfully tender, custard-like texture as it cools).

A Wholesome Twist

This cake makes a fantastic, nutrient-dense breakfast treat or afternoon snack. Because apples provide natural soluble fiber (pectin) and whole eggs supply satisfying protein, pairing a slice with a cup of warm tea gives you a comforting treat that is light on processed sugars.
Are you baking a cozy treat for the weekend, or exploring simple, budget-friendly dessert recipes?

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