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Could I use a mixer to mix or a spoon to mix it all instead of my hand? Also, does vanilla just mean vanilla extract? Thanks.

Joya E. · Answer

Thank you.

zahavah · Answer

Yes, you can use any neutral oil that you have at home. Grape seed oil will work very well. Good luck!

Joya E. · Answer

Could I use grape seed oil for the recipe instead of canola oil? I don't have canola oil.

Joya E. · Answer

Perfect thanks.

zahavah · Answer

Hi Joya. When I wrote “by hand” I meant stir with a spoon or my favorite tool - a silicone “spoonula.” You can also use a mixer but be sure to not over mix - for a cake this easy, I didn’t see a need for a mixer!

I would recommend using a neutral oil (like vegetable or canola) to grease the pan. Spray oil or butter works well too. I wouldn’t use olive oil because it could impart a flavor that may compete with the apples.

And yes, cooking the apples in butter rather than margarine will work well. I don’t normally use margarine but I needed this cake to be dairy-free.

Hope it comes out well!

Joya E. · Answer

Thank you.

Nancy · Answer

I've used either oil or butter to prepare a pan or parchment paper lining a pan.Both work well.

Joya E. · Answer

Also, what should I use to grease the pan? Can I put olive oil? What do you recommend?

Joya E. · Answer

Thank you. I’m going to use butter instead of margarine.

Nancy · Answer

Should be fine to use either a mixer or spoon...this is an easy batter to mix (for ex, no butter to soften and blend in).
Yes, vanilla is usually extract, but you can use paste or bean if you have/prefer one of those.

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