Cake with egg yolks and apple
Recipe for a fluffy egg yolk cake baked with grated apple
This cake with egg yolks and apple is one of those recipes you come back to regularly – simple, quick, and always successful. Thanks to the large amount of egg yolks, the cake turns out exceptionally fluffy, delicate, and has a beautiful, buttery color, and the addition of grated apple makes it moist and keeps it fresh for a long time. It’s a great way to use up egg yolks that are often left over from other baked goods.
The recipe does not require complicated ingredients or extensive baking experience, which is why it works well both for everyday coffee and when you crave a homemade, fragrant cake without spending a long time in the kitchen. If you like light, soft fruit bakes, be sure to try this recipe – one cake may definitely not be enough!
Table of contents
Cake with egg yolks and apple step-by-step recipe
If you have egg yolks in the fridge and don’t know what to do with them, I recommend this very quick and simple cake with added grated apple.
Egg yolk cake with apple recipe with video
Wyposażenie
- Rectangular baking pan, approximately 10/30 cm.
Składniki
ingredients for egg yolk cake with grated apple
- 6 egg yolks (from L-sized eggs)
- 200 g powdered sugar (1⅓ cups)
- 225 g wheat flour – all-purpose (1½ cups)
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoons cinnamon
- approx. 200 g apple (grated on a coarse grater)
- 60 ml milk
Instrukcja
How to make egg yolk cake with apple step by step
Step 1 – preparations
- Grease the baking pan with butter and sprinkle with flour, or line with baking paper.
- Combine flour, baking powder, and cinnamon – you can sift them through a sieve.225 g wheat flour – all-purpose, 2 teaspoons baking powder, 0.5 teaspoons cinnamon
- Grate the apple on a coarse grater – you can peel it or not :)approx. 200 g apple
- Preheat the oven to 180℃ (top/bottom heat) or 170℃ (fan-assisted).
Step 2 – preparing the batter
- Place egg yolks and sugar in a large bowl.6 egg yolks, 200 g powdered sugar
- Mix together on high speed with a mixer until the mixture becomes fluffy and light in color.
- Add milk to the bowl and briefly mix on low speed.60 ml milk
- Add flour in portions and briefly mix – just until combined.
- Add the apple to the bowl and mix with a spoon.
- Transfer the batter to the prepared pan.
Step 3 – baking the cake
- Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for about 35-40 minutes – until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Before serving, you can additionally sprinkle the cake with powdered sugar.
Film
Uwagi
Wartości Odżywcze
Why bake this egg yolk cake?
My son recently had a birthday and as a “cake” he asked for Pavlova with cherry fruit filling. This way I was left with 6 egg yolks, which I had to do something with so they wouldn’t go to waste. And so this very quick and simple cake came into being. There is no additional fat in it other than that contained in the egg yolks, and the grated apple makes the cake moist and prevents it from drying out. This cake can easily last even a week and will be great to eat. Save this recipe for later when you need an idea for using up excess egg yolks :)
Here I recommend saving recipes from my Instagram, or downloading my app and saving the recipe directly in it :)
What ingredients are needed to bake an egg yolk cake?
To make such a cake at home, you will only need a few basic ingredients that you either already have or can easily get in any store. Below is a shortened list of products I used and possible substitutes.
egg yolks – I used 6 egg yolks from size L eggs – they weighed about 110 g, you can use egg yolks from eggs of a different size – if you have a scale, you can weigh them, if you use a little less or a little more, it will not significantly affect the cake
sugar – I mixed my egg yolks with powdered sugar to make it quicker, but you can use regular granulated sugar, or xylitol or erythritol – use 200 g of those too – but if you measure ingredients with a cup, it will only be 1 full cup!
milk – you can use any milk, including plant-based milk
Which apples are best for this cake?
It’s best to choose slightly sour and juicy apples, e.g., Grey Reinette, Ligol, or Antonovka. Thanks to them, the cake will have a more distinct flavor. But of course, use the apples you have at home. I used one very large apple and peeled it beforehand – I provided the weight of such a peeled and grated apple.
Can other fruits be added to the cake?
Yes, you can replace the apple with grated pear, for example.
What to do with the egg whites left over after preparing the cake?
Did you make this cake and have egg whites left over? Use them to bake meringues or meringue cookies, you can also make kokosanki – which are cookies made from egg whites and coconut flakes, or fry an egg white omelet :)
How to store apple cake?
After baking and completely cooling, transfer the cake to an airtight container with a lid to keep it fresh for as long as possible. At room temperature, the cake can last about 3 days (if it’s not too hot and humid); if you want the cake to last longer, it’s worth storing it in the refrigerator. You can also freeze the cake for about 3 months.
I hope this fluffy egg yolk and apple cake will also find its way into your kitchen and become one of those recipes you return to regularly. If you try this recipe, be sure to let me know in the comments how it turned out! I would also be very happy if you share a photo of your bake and tag me on Instagram.
For more tried-and-true, simple, and delicious recipes, also check out my recipe app, where you’ll find plenty of inspiration for homemade baked goods and everyday cooking :)
Recommended apple cake recipes
Be sure to also try my other recipes for delicious apple cakes and other sweet apple bakes. Here I recommend three such recipes, among others, and many more on the blog.
Popularne Przepisy
Polecane przepisy
Homemade Egg Yolk Cake Recipe
Homemade egg yolk cake with apple is the perfect choice for lovers of simple, home-baked treats. This fluffy and moist cake, made entirely with egg yolks and grated apple, delights with its delicate texture and buttery flavor. It is ideal for afternoon coffee, weekend gatherings, or as a quick dessert for the whole family. In this recipe, you will find detailed step-by-step photos of the preparation and a short video, making it easy to bake this delicious cake in your own kitchen. Be sure to try this recipe and save it for later!
