Some of my favourite recipes are the simplest ones.

The ones that don’t need fancy ingredients or complicated steps — just fresh fruit, a few pantry staples, and the feeling of home. This Apple-Cherry Cake is one of those recipes.

Growing up in a home with strong Slovenian roots, food was always much more than what sat on the table. It was family gathered together, coffee shared after meals, stories being told, and recipes quietly passed from one generation to another.

This cake brings together sweet apples and juicy cherries in a light homemade batter that feels simple, comforting, and perfect for the warmer months.

I hope this recipe brings warmth into your kitchen the same way it always has in mine.

Dober Tek 🤍

Michelle XO
Slovenian Kitchen | Slovenska Kuhinja

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• Quick and easy to make
• Uses simple pantry ingredients
• Perfect for summer baking
• Delicious with coffee or tea
• Can be adapted with seasonal fruit
• Light and fluffy texture

Recipe Information

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Bake Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes

Servings: 6–8

Ingredients

• 3 eggs
• 6 Tbsp sugar
• 6 Tbsp sifted flour
• 1 package vanilla sugar
• 1 tsp sifted baking powder
• 1/4 cup vegetable oil
• 1/2 sweet apple, sliced
• Handful of cherries, halved and pitted
• Sugar for dipping apples

How To Make Slovenian Apple-Cherry Cake

Step 1:

Whisk eggs and sugar until light and fluffy.

Step 2:

Add oil, vanilla sugar, baking powder, and sifted flour. Mix until smooth.

Step 3:

Peel and core apple and slice into approximately 1/2 cm slices.

Step 4:

Pit and halve cherries.

Step 5:

Lightly dip apple slices into sugar.

Step 6:

Grease an 8x8 glass baking dish.

Step 7:

Arrange apple slices on the bottom of the dish.

Step 8:

Pour batter over apples and spread evenly.

Step 9:

Add cherries on top.

Step 10:

Bake at 350°F (175°C) for approximately 30 minutes.

Michelle’s Kitchen Notes 🤍

• Fresh ripe cherries give the best flavour
• This recipe works beautifully with peaches, plums, pears, or berries
• Dust with powdered sugar before serving if desired
• Serve warm or at room temperature

🤍 Made this recipe?

If you make this Slovenian Apple-Cherry Cake, I would truly love to see it. Please tag me and share your creations so I can see your beautiful baking.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use frozen cherries?

Yes. Allow frozen cherries to thaw and drain excess liquid first.

Can I substitute different fruit?

Absolutely. Peaches, plums, apricots, pears, and berries work beautifully.

How should I store this cake?

Store covered at room temperature for up to 2 days or refrigerate for up to 5 days.

Can I make this ahead?

Yes. Many people find the flavour becomes even better the next day.

More Recipes From Slovenian Kitchen

• Traditional Potica
• Slovenian Apple Strudel
• Honey Recipes
• Traditional Slovenian Desserts

From my kitchen to yours —

Dober Tek 🤍