Chocolate cake with apples and red currants

8 servings

90 minutes

Chocolate cake with apples and red currants is a harmony of flavors that combines rich chocolate, the juiciness of apples, and the tartness of red currants. This dessert is rooted in Russian culinary traditions where the combination of fruits and chocolate has always been valued for its rich flavor palette. The delicate texture of the cake, infused with spicy notes of cinnamon, ginger, and nutmeg, makes it an ideal treat for cozy tea gatherings. Apples add natural sweetness and moisture while currants bring freshness and a slight tartness. This cake is perfect for family evenings as well as festive feasts. It can be topped with powdered sugar or chocolate glaze, creating a small culinary masterpiece that captivates from the first bite.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 414.1
• Proteins: 6.4g
• Fats: 22.2g
• Carbohydrates: 46.5g

Ingredients

• Butter: 180 g
• Chicken egg: 3 pc
• Sugar: 150 g
• Water: 100 ml
• Wheat flour: 200 g
• Cocoa powder: 2 tbsp
• Baking powder: 1 tsp
• Ground cinnamon: 1 tsp
• Ground ginger: 1 tsp
• Ground nutmeg: 0.5 tsp
• Red currant: 180 g
• Apple: 2 pc

Cooking steps

1. In a large bowl, beat the eggs, sugar, butter, and water until a soft homogeneous mass is obtained.

   Required ingredients:

   • Chicken egg: 3 pieces
   • Sugar: 150 g
   • Butter: 180 g
   • Water: 100 ml

2. In another bowl, mix the dry ingredients: flour, cocoa, baking powder, and spices.

   Required ingredients:

   • Wheat flour: 200 g
   • Cocoa powder: 2 tablespoons
   • Baking powder: 1 teaspoon
   • Ground cinnamon: 1 teaspoon
   • Ground ginger: 1 teaspoon
   • Ground nutmeg: 0.5 teaspoon

3. Add dry ingredients to the first mixture and mix everything well.

   Required ingredients:

   • Wheat flour: 200 g
   • Cocoa powder: 2 tablespoons
   • Baking powder: 1 teaspoon
   • Ground cinnamon: 1 teaspoon
   • Ground ginger: 1 teaspoon
   • Ground nutmeg: 0.5 teaspoon

4. We peel the apples and cut them into pieces. We add the apples and berries (I had frozen ones, so we need to thaw them first) to the bowl with the dough, optionally adding vanillin or vanilla extract. We mix everything until the added ingredients are evenly distributed throughout the dough.

   Required ingredients:

   • Apple: 2 pieces
   • Red currant: 180 g

5. We place everything in a greased and floured cake mold.

   Required ingredients:

   • Butter: 180 g
   • Wheat flour: 200 g

6. Place in a preheated oven at 165 degrees and bake for 60-70 minutes. Check with a wooden stick or toothpick.

7. We wait for the cake to cool, and if desired, sprinkle with powdered sugar and other decorations.