Viral recipe: Apple cake with only two ingredients and no oven

A recipe for apple "sponge cake" has been circulating on social media. It's made with just two ingredients and no oven required. A video identified as a viral recipe shows that simply mashing apples and adding neutral gelatin creates a soft, consistent dessert.

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According to the shared description, the necessary ingredients are 500 grams of peeled and chopped apple along with 20 grams of powdered neutral gelatin. The process begins by peeling and cutting the apples into small cubes or thin slices . These are then blended, adding a splash of water to facilitate mixing.

Once a smooth paste is obtained, the neutral gelatin powder is added. The mixture is stirred until all the ingredients are well combined . Unlike traditional sponge cakes, the mixture is not baked; it is poured into a mold—often a pan or refrigerated container—and left to cool until set.

The result, as the clips show, is a cake with a moist and firm texture that maintains its apple flavor without adding flour, eggs, or sugar. The videos emphasize that the recipe requires no baking, no sugar, no dairy, and no oven, making it a practical and affordable option. Several Instagram and TikTok reposts feature faces amazed by the simplicity of the method and the delicious appearance of the cake once it's finished.

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The audience has responded enthusiastically. On TikTok, a video by @cenasparapeques features the recipe, highlighting "500 g of peeled and diced apples" and 12 units of neutral gelatin (equivalent to the 20 g indicated), and specifies a touch of water to facilitate blending.

Among the benefits mentioned are the reduction in industrial ingredients (flour, refined sugar) and the elimination of the oven, which saves energy and simplifies preparation. The type of gelatin used is neutral, flavorless, allowing the fruit to take center stage in the final flavor.

The videos also show creative alternatives for presenting the cake. Some versions opt to pour the mixture into individual containers, making it easier to eat and allowing for customized portions. Others suggest light accompaniments, such as fresh fruit or yogurt, although these are not included in the two basic ingredients.

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No specific nutritional information is provided. However, since it contains no added sugars or fats, it is presumed to be low in calories, especially if it is made without any extra additives. Nor is there any mention of how the type of apple used affects the texture or setting time, although in general, apples with a higher pectin content, such as Reinette or Gala, tend to promote firmer sets.

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