Indulge in the sweet marriage of apples and chocolate with this luscious pie—a treat that's as moist as it is irresistible.
Ingredients:
- 250g of smooth butter
- 150g of granulated sugar
- 1 tsp of vanilla extract
- 3 large eggs
- 100g of finely ground almonds or hazelnuts
- 30g of dark cocoa powder
- 250g of all-purpose flour
- 1 sachet of baking powder (approximately 2 tsp)
- 3 ripe apples, peeled and chopped into small pieces
Method:
- Preheat your oven to a cozy 180°C (356°F), setting the stage for baking magic.
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter, sugar, and vanilla extract until the mixture is pale and inviting.
- Crack in the eggs one at a time, whisking until each is just incorporated, lending the batter a velvety richness.
- Gently fold in the ground nuts and sifted cocoa powder until they're just mingled through, avoiding overmixing to keep the airiness intact.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour and baking powder, then sieve this into the wet ingredients, folding through to create a unified batter.
- Finally, introduce the apple pieces to the chocolatey mix, folding them in with care so that each chunk is hugged by the cocoa-flavored batter.
- Pour this luscious concoction into a greased baking pan, smoothing the top gently.
- Slide the pan into the oven and bake for 40-50 minutes, or until a skewer inserted into the center comes out clean, signaling that your chocolate apple pie is ready to tempt taste buds.
- Allow the pie to cool slightly before slicing. Serve as is or with a dollop of cream or ice cream for an extra indulgent treat.
This Chocolate Apple Pie blends the classic comfort of apple with the indulgent twist of chocolate, making it a perfect dessert for any occasion. Enjoy your baking adventure!
