Melt-in-your-mouth apple pie with only 5 minutes of preparation
Forget the rolling pins and the chilling of dough. This recipe is for those moments when you need a warm, comforting dessert now. It is often called a “Sharlotka” or a Swedish Apple Cake—a simple, elegant sponge that lets the fruit do all the heavy lifting.
Why This Recipe is a Game-Changer
- Minimal Effort: You can get this in the oven before the coffee is done brewing.
- Pantry Staples: Uses basic ingredients you likely already have in your kitchen.
- Texture: The apples soften into the batter, creating a “melt-in-your-mouth” texture that mimics the center of a deep-dish pie.
Ingredients
| Item | Quantity |
| Large Apples (Honeycrisp or Granny Smith) | 3–4 medium |
| Eggs (Room temperature) | 3 large |
| Granulated Sugar | 1 cup |
| All-Purpose Flour | 1 cup |
| Vanilla Extract | 1 tsp |
| Cinnamon | 1 tsp |
| Baking Powder | 1/2 tsp |
| Salt | A pinch |
Instructions
1. Prep the Apples
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Peel and core your apples, then slice them into thin wedges or cubes. Toss them directly into a greased 9×13 inch glass baking dish (as seen in the photo). Sprinkle with a little cinnamon if you like extra spice.
2. Mix the 5-Minute Batter
In a medium bowl, beat the eggs and sugar together for about 2–3 minutes until the mixture is pale and slightly frothy. Whisk in the vanilla. Gently fold in the flour, baking powder, and salt until just combined. The batter should be thick but pourable.
3. Assemble and Bake
Pour the batter evenly over the apples in the dish. Don’t worry if it doesn’t look like enough; it will expand and fill the gaps as it bakes. Use a spatula to smooth the top.
4. Golden Perfection
Bake for 30–40 minutes, or until the top is a deep golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Pro-Tips for the Best Results
- The Apple Choice: Use a mix of sweet and tart apples for a more complex flavor.
- Sugar Crust: For an extra crunch, sprinkle a tablespoon of coarse sugar over the batter just before it goes into the oven.
- Serving: This is best served warm with a scoop of vanilla bean ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream.
