🍎 This is the kind of cake every home cook should have in their repertoire. Soft, naturally moist, delicately sweet, and filled with tender яблочные кусочки — it’s the perfect balance between simplicity and elegance.

I will guide you through each step carefully, as I would teach a beginner in my kitchen — so you achieve a flawless result from the very first attempt.

🧾 Ingredients

• 4 apples (medium, peeled if desired)
• 4 eggs (room temperature)
• 1 cup Greek yogurt
• ½ tsp vanilla extract
• ½ tsp ground cinnamon
• 50 g cane sugar (optional, depending on sweetness of apples)

Light, Soft & Comforting — A Simple Cake with a Cozy Aroma

👨‍🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the apples

Peel the apples if the skin is thick, then cut into small, even cubes.

📌 Keep the pieces medium-sized — too small and they disappear, too large and the cake won’t hold properly.

Step 2: Prepare the batter

In a blender or bowl, combine:

• eggs
• Greek yogurt
• vanilla extract
• cinnamon
• sugar (if using)

Blend or whisk until completely smooth and slightly airy.

💡 The mixture should be creamy and uniform, with no visible egg streaks.

Step 3: Combine apples and batter

Add the diced apples into the batter and gently mix.

Do not overmix — just enough to evenly distribute.

Step 4: Prepare the baking pan

Line a baking pan with parchment paper or grease it well.

👉 A medium pan (about 20–22 cm / 8–9 inches) works best.

Step 5: Pour and level

Pour the mixture into the pan and spread evenly.

Tap the pan lightly on the counter to remove air pockets.

Step 6: Bake slowly and evenly

Bake at:

• 350°F (175°C)
• 40 minutes

👉 The cake should be set in the center and lightly golden on top.

💡 If the top browns too quickly, cover loosely with foil.

Step 7: Cool inside the oven

Turn off the oven and leave the cake inside with the door slightly open for 15–20 minutes.

📌 This prevents sudden temperature shock and keeps the texture soft and stable.

Step 8: Chill for best texture

After cooling, refrigerate for a few hours before serving.

💡 This step transforms the cake into a more structured, sliceable dessert.

Step 9: Serve

Slice into portions and serve chilled or slightly cool.

📌 Chef’s Best Tips

• Use naturally sweet apples to reduce or skip sugar
• A mix of apple varieties gives deeper flavor
• Room temperature eggs blend better and create a smoother batter
• Do not skip resting in the oven — it prevents collapse
• For extra aroma, add a pinch of nutmeg
• If batter feels too liquid, add 1 tbsp flour or cornstarch
• Let it chill — texture improves significantly
• Use thick Greek yogurt, not runny
• Cut only after full cooling for clean slices
• A light dusting of cinnamon before serving enhances aroma

❓ FAQ

Can I skip sugar completely?
Yes, especially if apples are sweet.

Can I use regular yogurt?
Yes, but strain it first to remove excess liquid.

Why is my cake too soft?
It may need more chilling time or slightly longer baking.

Can I add flour?
Yes, 1–2 tbsp if you want a firmer texture.

How long does it keep?
Up to 3 days in the refrigerator.

🥗 Nutrition (Approx. per serving)

• Calories: 140–180 kcal
• Protein: 6–8 g
• Carbohydrates: 18–24 g
• Fat: 4–6 g

⚡ Short Step-by-Step

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Dice apples.
3. Blend eggs, yogurt, vanilla, cinnamon, sugar.
4. Mix with apples.
5. Pour into lined pan.
6. Bake 40 minutes.
7. Cool in oven slightly open.
8. Chill for a few hours.
9. Slice and serve.