Flourless Apple-Chocolate “Magic” Cake

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Flourless Apple-Chocolate “Magic” Cake

Sugar-Free, Gluten-Free, and High-Fiber

Ingredients

  • 4 Medium Sweet Apples: (Fuji, Honeycrisp, or Gala) peeled, cored, and sliced.

  • 4 Large Eggs: At room temperature.

  • 5 tbsp Unsweetened Cocoa Powder: For that deep, rich chocolate flavor.

  • 1 tsp Baking Powder: To provide lift and fluffiness.

  • Olive Oil: A small amount for greasing the baking mold.

Step-by-Step Instructions

  1. Soften the Apples: Steam the sliced apples or microwave them with a splash of water for about 8–10 minutes until they are fork-tender and very soft.

  2. Puree: Transfer the warm apples to a blender or food processor. Blend until you have a perfectly smooth, silky apple puree. Let it cool for a few minutes so it doesn’t scramble the eggs.

  3. Combine: Add the eggs, unsweetened cocoa powder, and baking powder to the blender with the apple puree.

  4. Final Blend: Blend on medium-high speed until the mixture is uniform, dark, and glossy.

  5. Prepare the Mold: Lightly grease a 6 or 7-inch cake pan or silicone mold with a tiny amount of olive oil.

  6. Bake: * Oven: Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 35–45 minutes.

    • Air Fryer: Bake at 320°F (160°C) for 25–30 minutes.

  7. The Toothpick Test: Insert a toothpick into the center; if it comes out clean, your cake is done.

  8. The Cooling Secret: This cake is best served cold. Let it cool in the pan completely, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours. This helps the texture set into a fudgy, “melt-in-your-mouth” consistency.

Why this fits your routine:

  • Natural Sweetness: By choosing sweet apple varieties, you eliminate the need for refined sugar while still satisfying your chocolate cravings.

  • Satiety: The fiber from the apples and the protein from the eggs work together to keep you full longer, helping you maintain your progress.

  • Pure Ingredients: This recipe avoids the processed flours and additives that can cause energy crashes.

A Friendly Peer Note

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