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