Melt-in-Your-Mouth Apple Cake

Ingredients:

• 3 large eggs
• A pinch of salt
• 135g sugar
• 1/3 tsp vanilla extract
• 135g milk
• 70ml oil (vegetable or any neutral oil)
• 15g baking powder (approx. 1 tablespoon)
• 300g all-purpose flour
• 2-3 apples (peeled, cored, and chopped)
• Cinnamon powder, to taste
• Additional sugar, for sprinkling

Instructions:

1. Preheat the Oven:
   Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). Grease and line a 9-inch (23 cm) round or square cake pan.
2. Prepare the Batter:
   • In a large mixing bowl, beat the eggs with a pinch of salt until frothy.
   • Add the sugar and continue beating until the mixture becomes pale and thick.
   • Stir in the vanilla extract.
   • Gradually pour in the milk and oil, whisking until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
3. Add Dry Ingredients:
   • In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour and baking powder.
   • Gradually fold the dry mixture into the wet ingredients, stirring gently until no lumps remain, being careful not to overmix.
4. Incorporate Apples:
   • Gently fold the chopped apples into the batter.
   • Add cinnamon powder to taste for extra flavor (optional but recommended).
5. Transfer to Pan:
   Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and spread it evenly.
6. Sprinkle Topping:
   • Sprinkle the top of the cake with a little extra sugar for a caramelized, crispy finish.
   • You can also add a light dusting of cinnamon if you enjoy a stronger cinnamon flavor.
7. Bake:
   • Bake the cake in the preheated oven for 35–40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
   • The cake should rise beautifully and have a golden top.
8. Cool and Serve:
   • Allow the cake to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
   • Once cooled, slice and serve! This cake is perfect on its own, or you can serve it with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

Enjoy:

This apple cake is soft, moist, and perfect for a cozy dessert or a snack with coffee or tea!

Let me know if you’d like to customize or enhance the recipe in any way!