The 12 tablespoon apple cake is the fluffy recipe without a scale that every dessert lover should have in their recipe book. If you’re looking for a quick, fragrant, and super easy dessert to make, this cake is the ideal solution because it doesn’t require weighing the ingredients: just use a simple tablespoon!
This fluffy apple cake is perfect for the whole family’s breakfast or an impromptu snack, guaranteeing a tall and moist result thanks to the presence of fresh fruit. It’s the classic “smart” recipe made in less than 10 minutes, using just one bowl.
Among the “appliest” cakes, I love the invisible apple cake, but also the Venetian apple cake. The most read recipes on the blog, among apple cakes, are the apple cake with jam and almonds and the apple and orange cake.
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- Difficulty: Very Easy
- Cost: Economical
- Preparation time: 10 Minutes
- Cooking methods: Oven
- Cuisine: Italian
- Seasonality: All Seasons
Ingredients for the 12 Tablespoon Apple Cake: The Fluffy Recipe Without a Scale
- 3 Eggs
- 3 Apples
- 12 tablespoons Sugar
- 12 tablespoons All-purpose flour
- 12 tablespoons Sunflower oil
- 1 packet Baking powder
- 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 1 pinch Salt
- 1 Lemon juice
How to Make the Apple Cake Without a Scale (The 12 Tablespoon Method)
Start by peeling the apples and cutting them into small cubes. In a large bowl, beat the eggs with the 12 tablespoons of sugar (you can use less) using an electric mixer (or by hand) until you get a light and frothy mixture. This step is crucial to give the cake the right fluffiness without using a scale.
Add to the mixture the 12 tablespoons of oil and the 12 tablespoons of milk (you can use plant-based milk, if preferred), mixing well. At this point, incorporate the 12 tablespoons of flour previously sifted with a packet of baking powder. Work the batter until smooth, creamy, and lump-free.
Add the apple cubes directly into the batter and mix with a spatula to distribute them evenly. Pour everything into a baking pan (about 9-9.5 inches) previously brushed with oil and sprinkled with breadcrumbs. Bake in a static oven at 356°F for about 40-45 minutes, checking with a toothpick before removing your fragrant apple cake from the oven and serving it with powdered sugar.
Variations, Tips, and Storage
Variations: You can replace cow’s milk with almond milk or rice milk for a lactose-free version. If you want a touch of indulgence, add a handful of chocolate chips or chopped walnuts to the batter.
Tips: For a perfect result, use a standard soup spoon and ensure the tablespoons of flour are “heaping” but not overly piled, to maintain the right balance between solids and liquids.
Storage: The 12 tablespoon cake can be kept under a glass dome or in an airtight container for 3-4 days. Being very moist due to the apples, if it’s very hot, you can store it in the fridge.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use other fruits?
Certainly! This base is perfect also with pears, peaches, or berries.
The cake didn’t rise well, why? Make sure the eggs are at room temperature before beating and that the baking powder is not expired.
How big should the spoon be? A normal tablespoon (approximately 15 ml liquid capacity).
