I’ve always loved invisible apple cake, so I had to try a savory spin. This one’s packed with thin layers of butternut squash, herbs, and a little Parmesan. Cozy, simple, and kind of magical when you slice into it. 🍂
Savory Butternut Squash Invisible Cake
Ingredients
• 1 medium butternut squash (about 2 lbs), peeled and thinly sliced (use a mandoline if possible)
• 2 eggs
• ½ cup milk (any kind; whole milk or oat milk work great)
• 3 tbsp olive oil
• ½ cup flour (GF if needed)
• ⅓ cup Parmesan cheese, grated (+ 2 tbsp extra for topping)
• 1 tsp baking powder
• 1 tbsp fresh herbs, finely chopped (sage + thyme recommended)
• Salt & freshly ground black pepper, to taste
• Pinch of nutmeg
Instructions
Preheat oven to 375°F Line an 8-inch loaf pan or round cake pan with parchment paper and lightly grease it.
In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, and olive oil. Add the flour, baking powder, salt, pepper, nutmeg, fresh herbs and grated Parmesan. Whisk until smooth and ...