Decadent Apple-Cherry Cocoa | May 18, 2025

This Decadent Apple-Cherry Cocoa Bake elevates humble pantry ingredients—fresh apples, rich cocoa, tart frozen cherries, and simple eggs—into a luscious, chocolate-tinged fruit cake that is moist, tender, and bursting with comforting autumnal flavors. By combining thinly sliced apples with a lightly sweetened cocoa batter studded with vibrant cherries, then baking until set and lightly fudgy, you’ll achieve a dessert that marries fruity brightness with deep chocolate notes. Perfect for dessert, afternoon tea, or a breakfast treat, this recipe is remarkably forgiving and versatile, making it an ideal project for both novice and seasoned bakers.

Cooking Time
Preparation: 20 minutes

Baking: 30 minutes

Cooling & Slicing: 15 minutes

Total Active Time: Approximately 20 minutes

Total Time: Approximately 1 hour

Ingredients
Fruit Component:

3 fresh apples (about 500 g total), peeled, cored, and thinly sliced

¼ cup (60 g) frozen cherries, thawed and patted dry

Batter Base:

4 large eggs, at room temperature

½ cup (125 g) unsweetened cocoa powder

¾ cup (150 g) granulated sugar (adjustable to taste)

1 cup (125 g) all-purpose flour

1 tsp baking powder

¼ tsp salt

½ cup (120 ml) milk (dairy or plant-based)

⅓ cup (75 ml) vegetable oil or melted butter

1 tsp pure vanilla extract

Optional Finish:

Powdered sugar, for dusting

Whipped cream or vanilla ice cream, for serving

Step-by-Step Cooking Directions

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