This Blender Soft Apple Cake is the epitome of easy baking with a homemade touch. Moist, tender, and bursting with apple flavor, this cake is made entirely in a blender—yes, even the apples! It’s the kind of recipe that feels like a warm hug on a chilly day, with the sweet aroma of cinnamon and apples wafting through your kitchen as it bakes.
Ideal for breakfast, tea time, or dessert, this cake comes together in minutes and requires minimal cleanup. The apples are blended into the batter, giving the cake a naturally sweet, fruity flavor and a soft, melt-in-your-mouth texture. Whether you’re a beginner baker or just short on time, this recipe delivers big flavor with little effort.
Ingredients:
Dry Ingredients:
- 1½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- ¼ tsp ground nutmeg (optional)
Wet Ingredients:
- 2 medium apples (peeled, cored, and chopped)
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup vegetable oil (or melted butter)
- ¾ cup granulated sugar (or use half brown sugar for deeper flavor)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ¼ cup milk or yogurt (for extra moisture)
Optional Add-ins:
- ½ cup chopped walnuts or pecans
- ¼ cup raisins or dried cranberries
- 1 tbsp lemon juice (to brighten the apple flavor)
Instructions:
1. Preheat and Prep:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease and flour an 8-inch round or square cake pan, or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.
2. Blend the Wet Ingredients:
- In a blender, combine the chopped apples, eggs, oil, sugar, vanilla extract, and milk (or yogurt).
- Blend on medium speed until the mixture is smooth and creamy. This should take about 30–45 seconds depending on your blender’s power.
- If you like a bit of texture, you can pulse instead of fully blending to leave small apple bits.
3. Mix the Dry Ingredients:
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
- Pour the blended apple mixture into the dry ingredients and gently fold with a spatula until just combined. Do not overmix.
4. Add Optional Mix-ins:
- If using nuts, raisins, or lemon juice, fold them into the batter now.
- The batter will be thick and fragrant with apple and spice.
5. Bake:
- Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
- Bake for 35–40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- The top should be golden and slightly springy to the touch.
6. Cool and Serve:
- Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Dust with powdered sugar or drizzle with a simple glaze (powdered sugar + milk) for a pretty finish.
Tips & Variations:
- Apple variety: Use sweet apples like Fuji, Gala, or Honeycrisp for natural sweetness. Tart apples like Granny Smith add a tangy contrast.
- Make it dairy-free: Use plant-based milk and oil instead of butter or yogurt.
- Add a crumble topping: Mix 2 tbsp butter, 2 tbsp flour, 2 tbsp brown sugar, and a pinch of cinnamon. Sprinkle over the batter before baking for a streusel-like finish.
- Serve with: A dollop of whipped cream, a scoop of vanilla ice cream, or a drizzle of caramel sauce.
This Blender Soft Apple Cake is proof that you don’t need fancy tools or complicated steps to bake something truly delicious. It’s a go-to recipe for cozy mornings, last-minute guests, or simply when you crave something sweet and homemade. Want to try a pear or banana version next? I’ve got ideas for those too!