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    Home » Recipes » Greek Desserts

    Milopita - Greek Apple Cake

    Published: Jul 21, 2020 · Updated: Jul 21, 2020 by Peter G · This post may contain affiliate links · 7 Comments

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    Milopita is a Greek apple cake made with apples, olive oil and yogurt. Scented with the heady aroma of cinnamon — I indulge you in enjoying a slice for breakfast or as an afternoon treat.

    a cake on a cake stand being dusted with powdered sugar
    CONTENTS
    • Recipe Features
    • What You'll Need
    • Step-by-Step Instructions
    • Tips and Variations
    • Related Recipes
    • Video - watch how to make it
    • 📋 Recipe

    Recipe Features

    Let's start by clarifying that there are numerous variations of milopita.

    Most recipes call for the apples to be layered on the bottom of the cake — turning into an upside-down apple teacake of sorts.

    Other recipes mix the chopped apples through the batter for added texture.

    I tested this Greek milopita recipe five times, and in the end, I went with olive oil and yogurt for my batter.

    Furthermore, don't expect a "light and fluffy" cake. This Greek yogurt apple cake is hearty, a little dense and one slice is quite filling.

    My favourite way to enjoy milopita is with a cup of coffee for breakfast. (Who said you couldn't have cake for breakfast? 😉)

    Related: try my healthy olive oil cake for something special!

    What You'll Need

    all the ingredients required to make milopita - greek apple cake laid out  on a table
    • 300 grams flour, plain or all-purpose
    • 200 grams brown sugar
    • 1 teaspoon baking powder
    • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
    • 1 apple, peeled and cored and chopped into 1 cm chunks
    • 180 ml Greek yogurt
    • 3 eggs
    • 180 ml olive oil
    • 1 teaspoon vanilla
    • icing sugar for dusting

    Step-by-Step Instructions

    step by step instruction on how to make a milopita - greek apple cake
    1. Preheat your oven to 160 deg C fan-forced and grease and line a 23 (10") springform pan.
    2. In a large bowl combine the flour, brown sugar, baking powder, cinnamon and apples. Stir well and set aside.
    3. In another bowl combine the yogurt, eggs, olive oil, vanilla and whisk to combine well.
    4. Add the wet mixture to the dry and stir until just combined. Do not over-beat or mix.
    5. Pour the milopita batter into the greased and lined springform pan and bake for 35-40 mins. (Insert a skewer to check that it is cooked). Leave the cake in the pan for 10 mins before removing and allow cooling before dusting with icing sugar.

    Tips and Variations

    a sliced apple cake on a table with whipped cream and two apples on a dark plate

    If you don't have the appropriate baking pan size as stated in the recipe, you can use a smaller sized pan. However, be wary that this will produce a very high milopita based on the ingredient amounts. You will also need to adjust your cooking time.

    Can I use pears instead of apples?

    Yes. Depending on the size of your pears I would use two pears.

    Can I use any variety of apple?

    Sure. I chose Granny Smith apples because I think they work best in cooking and hold their shape. Other apple varieties might turn the milopita into mush.

    Can I use another oil instead of olive oil?

    Yes, again, be cautious of the taste. I think Greek extra virgin olive oil is sensational when used correctly in cakes. It imparts a beautiful, fruity aroma that other oils don't have.

    Can I add other spices?

    Absolutely! A small amount of ground cloves and nutmeg would elevate it even further.

    a slice of cake on a dark plate topped with whipped cream

    Related Recipes

    If you like using apples in your baking, I can highly recommend the following recipes to try out.

    • Spelt Apple Teacake with a Cinnamon Glaze
    • Apple Fritters

    Video - watch how to make it

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    📋 Recipe

    a cake on a cake stand being dusted with powdered sugar

    Milopita - Greek Apple Cake

    Author: Peter G
    Milopita is a Greek apple cake made with apples, olive oil and yogurt. Scented with the heady aroma of cinnamon — I indulge you in enjoying a slice for breakfast or as an afternoon treat.
    4.88 from 8 votes
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    Prep Time 25 mins
    Cook Time 40 mins
    Total Time 1 hr 5 mins
    Cuisine Greek
    Servings 10 serves

    Ingredients
     
     

    • 300 grams flour, plain or all-purpose
    • 200 grams brown sugar
    • 1 teaspoon baking powder
    • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
    • 1 apple, peeled and cored and chopped into 1 cm chunks
    • 180 ml Greek yogurt
    • 3 eggs
    • 180 ml olive oil
    • 1 teaspoon vanilla
    • icing sugar, for dusting
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    Instructions
     

    • Preheat your oven to 160 deg C fan-forced and grease and line a 23 (10") springform pan.
    • In a large bowl combine the flour, brown sugar, baking powder, cinnamon and apples. Stir well and set aside.
    • In another bowl combine the yogurt, eggs, olive oil, vanilla and whisk to combine well.
    • Add the wet mixture to the dry and stir until just combined. Do not over-beat or mix.
    • Pour the milopita batter into the greased and lined springform pan and bake for 35-40 mins. (Insert a skewer to check that it is cooked). Leave the cake in the pan for 10 mins before removing and allow cooling before dusting with icing sugar.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 386 kcal | Carbohydrates: 46 g | Protein: 7 g | Fat: 20 g | Saturated Fat: 3 g

    This website provides approximate nutrition information for convenience and as a courtesy only. Nutrition data is gathered primarily from the USDA Food Composition Database, whenever available, or otherwise other online calculators.

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    1. Merryn

      July 23, 2020 at 11:27 am

      Just lovely and apples are in season now, I am defiitely cooking this after work, thank you for sharing 😀

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      • Angela

        February 27, 2021 at 10:00 am

        5 stars
        Made this today. Turned out just as I remember my yiayia (grandmother) making it. Thank you for sharing.

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        • Peter G

          March 27, 2021 at 6:39 am

          Thanks Angela. That's so nice to hear.

          Reply
    2. libby anderson

      July 28, 2020 at 10:16 am

      I am a type 2 diabetic and as other diabetics we miss out on so many delicious recipes. Brown sugar for me is the killer in this one. Is there any other type of sweetener I could use?

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      • Peter G

        August 13, 2020 at 7:23 am

        Have you tried stevia? I believe there is stevia sold for baking. Maybe try that. I haven't experimented with other versions.

        Reply
    3. Christina x

      December 24, 2020 at 9:33 am

      Can you use 2 apples in this recipe?

      Reply
      • Peter G

        February 11, 2021 at 5:10 am

        Sure.

        Reply

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