Apple and Chocolate Cake with Mascarpone
This Apple and Chocolate Cake with Mascarpone is not just a dessert; it's a warm hug in cake form! Imagine biting into a soft, moist cake that combines the earthy sweetness of apples with the rich, luscious flavor of chocolate, all wrapped up in creamy mascarpone.
Ingredients
- 100 grams of chocolate
- 2 eggs
- 75 grams of sugar
- 125 grams of mascarpone cheese
- 100 grams of flour
- 1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder
- 8 grams of baking powder
- 2 medium-sized apples
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Start by preheating your oven to 170°C (340°F) with the fan on. This ensures your cake bakes evenly.
- Melt the Chocolate: In a microwave-safe bowl or a bain-marie, melt your chocolate. Stir until smooth and set aside to cool slightly.
- Beat Eggs and Sugar: In a large mixing bowl, combine the eggs and sugar. Beat them together until the mixture is pale and foamy.
- Mix in Mascarpone and Dry Ingredients: Add the mascarpone cheese to the egg mixture and blend well. Gradually add in the flour, cocoa powder, and baking powder, stirring to combine after each addition.
- Incorporate Melted Chocolate: Fold the melted chocolate into the batter until well integrated.
- Prepare Apples: Peel and core the apples. Slice one apple thinly to line the bottom of your mold and chop the other one into small cubes.
- Assemble the Cake: Pour the batter into a prepared cake mold (buttered and floured if necessary) and scatter the diced apples on top.
- Bake: Place the mold in the oven and bake for about 45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the cake to cool in the mold before transferring it to a wire rack. Once completely cool, slice and enjoy!