Chocolate pie with apples and cinnamon
8 servings
40 minutes
Chocolate pie with apples and cinnamon is a delicate blend of rich chocolate flavor and the spicy sweetness of cinnamon, complemented by the juiciness of baked apples. This dessert has roots in European cuisine, where apples are often used to create cozy and aromatic pastries. It perfectly combines airy sponge cake and caramelized apples, creating a harmony of textures and flavors. It pairs wonderfully with a cup of fragrant coffee or tea, while the light hint of cinnamon adds extra depth to its aroma. This pie is an excellent choice for cozy home evenings and festive gatherings that fill the home with warmth and sweet moments. Its simplicity in preparation makes it accessible even for beginner cooks.
1
To make a chocolate sponge cake without separating the eggs into yolks and whites, first turn on the oven and set the temperature to 180 degrees.
2
Break the eggs into a large bowl and beat with a mixer for a few seconds, starting at the lowest speed and gradually increasing to high speed. With the mixer on, gradually add sugar and vanilla sugar. Continue beating for 8-10 minutes until thick and fluffy.
- Chicken egg: 3 pieces
- Sugar: 150 g
- Vanilla sugar: 0.5 teaspoon
3
Flour should be sifted two to three times before adding it to the dough. This way, the flour will be saturated with oxygen, making the pie lighter. Add the flour to the whipped eggs in small portions, gently folding each portion with a silicone spatula or whisk in an upward motion. Then add cocoa and mix gently again. (If using a mixer, mix at the lowest speed.)
- Wheat flour: 50 g
- Cocoa: 50 g
4
Wash and cut the apples into small slices.
- Apple: 2 pieces
5
Line the bottom of a springform pan with parchment paper. Then place the sliced apples in the pan and pour the chocolate batter over them, smoothing the surface. Before placing the pan in the oven, gently rotate it around its axis — this helps distribute the batter evenly and prevents it from puffing up during baking.
6
Send the chocolate batter and apple form to an oven preheated to 180 degrees. Bake for 15-20 minutes. (Baking time and temperature should be adjusted individually for each oven.)
7
You can easily check the pie's readiness with a toothpick (pierce the middle of the pie); it should come out completely dry. If pieces of dough stick to the toothpick, the pie needs more baking.
8
Remove the finished pie from the oven. Let it cool for 10-15 minutes. Then carefully remove the pie from the mold.
9
Invert the apple pie, then sprinkle with cinnamon. (You can dust with powdered sugar if desired.)
- Cinnamon: 0.5 teaspoon
- Powdered sugar: 1 teaspoon