Cocoa Apple Cake - A Moist and Delicious Dessert Recipe

This Cocoa Apple Cake is a delightful blend of rich cocoa flavor and the tartness of fresh apples. The combination of moist cake and tender apple chunks makes every bite a treat for your taste buds. Whether you're looking for a dessert to impress guests or a comforting treat for yourself, this cake is sure to please. With just a handful of ingredients and an easy-to-follow recipe, you'll have a delicious homemade dessert in no time.

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• ½ teaspoon baking soda
• ¼ teaspoon salt
• 1 ½ cups buttermilk
• ½ cup vegetable oil
• 2 large eggs
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 2 cups peeled and chopped apples
• ½ cup chopped walnuts (optional)

Directions

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch round cake pan.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Whisk until well combined.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract.
4. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
5. Fold in the chopped apples and walnuts, if using.
6. Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and spread it evenly.
7. Bake for 40-45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
8. Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then, transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
9. Once cooled, you can serve the cake as is or dust it with powdered sugar for added sweetness.
10. Enjoy your homemade Cocoa Apple Cake!

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