This French Invisible Apple Cake is one of those desserts that looks fancy but is wonderfully simple to make. The name might sound mysterious, but it just means the apples are sliced so thin that the batter disappears around them, leaving you with delicate, custardy layers of fruit. The result is a cake that’s light, not too sweet, and full of pure apple flavor.
I absolutely loved the texture, the thin apple slices almost melt together in the oven, creating something soft, delicate, and surprisingly satisfying. Despite its elegant appearance, it’s very easy to prepare, and the batter comes together in just a few minutes. It’s also not high in calories, so you can enjoy a slice (or two) without feeling guilty.
For a finishing touch, I scattered almond flakes on top before baking and dusted the cooled cake with powdered sugar. It added a little crunch and made it look even more inviting. Every slice revealed beautiful layers, and honestly, I can’t wait to bake it again.
How to make invisible apple cake
Begin with preheating the oven to 180°C (350°F) and greasing and lining an 8-inch (20cm) round cake pan.
Next, peel, core, and slice the apples very thinly, ideally using a mandoline to achieve slices about 2 mm thick. In a large bowl, whisk the eggs with sugar and vanilla for about 5 minutes, until the mixture is light and foamy. Stir in the melted butter and milk until smooth.
Then, sift in the flour, baking powder, and salt, gently folding to combine. Add the apple slices to the batter and fold carefully to coat them evenly. Pour the mixture into the prepared pan and spread it out evenly. Sprinkle a little cinnamon on top and scatter lightly toasted almond flakes over the cake.
Bake for 35–40 minutes, or until the top turns golden and a skewer inserted comes out mostly clean (it may be slightly moist inside due to the thin apple slices). Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
Finally, dust with powdered sugar before serving, if desired, and enjoy this tender, apple treat.
If you try this amazing Invisible Apple Cake., make sure to share the photos with me on Instagram. Would love to see how it turns out for you.
Other apple cakes you may like to try
Delight in a classic German Apple Streusel Cake where soft apple layers are topped with a buttery, crunchy crumble. Perfect for coffee or dessert.
Try these moist Apple Crumble Muffins with a sweet, crunchy topping. They are easy to make and perfect for breakfast, snacks, or a cozy treat.
You have to try this quick Apple Strudel with Puff Pastry and Vanilla Sauce, filled with spiced apples and served with creamy vanilla sauce. Fast, delicious, and impressive!
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Invisible Apple Cake – Gâteau Invisible Aux Pommes
Ingredients
- 25 oz (700g) apples , about 4–5 medium apples like Golden or Gala
- 3 large eggs
- 1/4 cup (50g) sugar
- 1 tsp (5g) vanilla extract
- 2 tbsp (30g) butter , melted
- 1/2 cup (120ml) milk
- 1/2 cup (60g) flour
- 1 tsp (4g) baking powder
- 1/4 tsp (1g) salt
For topping
- cinnamon , optional
- almond flakes , optional
- powdered sugar
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F). Grease and line an 8-inch (20cm) round cake pan.
- Peel, core, and slice apples very thinly, ideally with a mandoline.
- The slices shoud be about 2 mm thick.
- In a bowl, add eggs with sugar and vanilla.
- Mix until light and foamy, for about 5 minutes.
- Add melted butter and mix to combine.
- Add milk and mix until smooth.
- Sift in flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Gently fold until combined.
- Add apple slices to the batter.
- Gently fold until they’re evenly coated.
- Pour the mixture into the prepared pan, spreading evenly. Sprinkle a little cinnamon on top.
- Top with lightly toasted almond flakes.
- Bake for 35–40 minutes, or until the top is golden and a skewer comes out mostly clean (it may still be a little moist inside because of the thin apples).
- Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
- Dust with powdered sugar before serving, if desired.
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