Description
This Apple Cocoa Cake (No Sugar!) is a naturally sweet, flourless, and healthy dessert made with just apples, eggs, and cocoa powder. It’s moist, chocolatey, and perfect for those watching their sugar intake or following a gluten-free diet. A guilt-free cake that’s delicious enough for breakfast, snack, or dessert.
Ingredients
- 4 medium sweet apples (Fuji, Honeycrisp, or Gala), cored and roughly chopped (peels on)
- 4 large eggs
- 5 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- Olive oil, for greasing the pan
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a loaf or cake pan with olive oil and optionally line with parchment paper.
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Wash, core, and chop apples, leaving the peel on.
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In a blender, combine apples, eggs, cocoa powder, and baking powder. Blend until smooth.
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Pour batter into the prepared pan.
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Bake for 40–50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean or with moist crumbs.
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Let the cake cool in the pan for 10–15 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
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Slice and serve. Optional toppings: yogurt, whipped cream, or a drizzle of honey.
Notes
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For more intense chocolate flavor, add an extra tablespoon of cocoa.
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Add a pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg for a spiced version.
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Use a mix of apple varieties for more depth in flavor.
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Can be baked in muffin tins; adjust bake time to 20–25 minutes.
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Store at room temperature for 2 days, or refrigerate for up to 5 days.
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Freezes well—slice before freezing for quick grab-and-go treats.
