Apple and Chocolate Cake

The apple and chocolate cake is a delicious combination of the sweetness of apples and the intensity of chocolate. Here is the recipe to prepare this indulgent dessert.

Ingredients

• 250g of flour
• 150g of sugar
• 100g of softened butter
• 3 eggs
• 3 medium apples
• 100g of dark chocolate
• 1 packet of baking powder
• 1 pinch of salt
• Powdered sugar (for decoration, optional)
• Ground cinnamon (optional, for a spicy touch)

Preparation

1. Preheat the oven to 180 °C (350 degrees Fahrenheit).
2. Peel the apples and chop them into small pieces or thin slices, as you prefer.
3. Break the chocolate into pieces and melt it in a double boiler or in the microwave, making sure to stir until smooth.
4. In a large bowl, cream the softened butter with the sugar using an electric whisk or a spatula until the mixture is pale and fluffy.
5. Add the eggs, one at a time, continuing to stir after each addition.
6. Fold in the sifted flour, baking powder, and a pinch of salt into the mixture, stirring gently until a homogeneous dough is formed.
7. Add the chopped apples and melted chocolate, mixing gently to distribute them evenly in the batter.
8. If desired, you can add a bit of cinnamon to enhance the flavor.
9. Butter and flour a cake pan or line it with parchment paper.
10. Pour the batter into the pan and level the surface with a spatula.
11. Bake for about 40-45 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.
12. Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool before dusting with powdered sugar, if desired.

Curiosity

This cake combines two very popular elements in pastry; apples and cinnamon are often paired, but the addition of chocolate makes the cake particularly suitable for those looking for a more pronounced and indulgent taste. The contrast between the sweetness of the apples and the bitterness of the chocolate creates a balance of flavors that wins over at the first taste.

Happy baking and bon appétit!