Chocolate Topped Apple Cake
Indulge in the irresistible blend of cozy fall flavors and decadent chocolate with this Chocolate Topped Apple Cake. This moist and tender cake features spiced notes of cinnamon and juicy chunks of fresh apples, creating the perfect balance of sweetness and warmth. Topped with a luscious layer of dark chocolate ganache, it takes your dessert game to a whole new level of indulgence. Easy to prepare with simple ingredients like butter, brown sugar, and a hint of vanilla, this cake bakes to golden perfection in just 40 minutes. Whether you’re serving it at a festive gathering or enjoying it with a cup of coffee, this showstopper is guaranteed to please. Perfect for autumn celebrations or any time you crave a comforting treat, this cake is a must-try for lovers of apple and chocolate alike.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 200 g All-purpose flour
- 2 tsp Baking powder
- 1 tsp Ground cinnamon
- 0.25 tsp Salt
- 120 g Unsalted butter
- 150 g Granulated sugar
- 50 g Brown sugar
- 2 large Eggs
- 1 tsp Vanilla extract
- 300 g Apples (peeled, cored, and diced)
- 120 ml Milk
- 150 g Dark chocolate
- 50 ml Heavy cream
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and grease a 9-inch (23 cm) round cake pan. Line the bottom with parchment paper for easy removal.
In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, ground cinnamon, and salt. Set this dry mixture aside.
In a large mixing bowl, cream the unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar together until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes. Use a hand mixer or stand mixer if available.
Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Then mix in the vanilla extract.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture in three additions, alternating with the milk, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix just until combined. Do not overmix.
Fold in the diced apples using a spatula, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the batter.
Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top with a spatula. Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.
Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
To prepare the chocolate topping, melt the dark chocolate with the heavy cream in a heatproof bowl set over a pot of simmering water (double boiler method). Stir until smooth and glossy.
Once the cake has cooled completely, pour the melted chocolate over the top, spreading it evenly with a spatula. Allow the topping to set at room temperature or refrigerate briefly to speed up the process.
Slice and serve your Chocolate Topped Apple Cake. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3742 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 181.9 g | 233% | |
| Saturated Fat | 101.5 g | 508% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 709 mg | 236% | |
| Sodium | 1759 mg | 76% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 497.1 g | 181% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 24.6 g | 88% | |
| Total Sugars | 310.0 g | ||
| Protein | 49.8 g | 100% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.4 mcg | 17% | |
| Calcium | 445 mg | 34% | |
| Iron | 29.4 mg | 163% | |
| Potassium | 2037 mg | 43% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
