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3 Ingredient Chocolate Cake
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3 Ingredient Chocolate Cake
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3 Ingredient Chocolate Cake

This incredibly simple and quick chocolate cake recipe requires only three core ingredients: apple, egg, and cocoa powder. It's blended together, baked, and results in a surprisingly delicious, healthier chocolate treat. Perfect for a quick dessert when you're craving something sweet but want to keep it light.
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Freshly Baked Chocolate Cake
Freshly Baked Chocolate Cake

Recipe Information

3m
Prep Time
12m
Cook Time
15m
Total Time
1
Servings
Easy
Dessert
English
Nutrition (per serving)
236
Calories
12g
Protein
29g
Carbs
9g
Fat
Chocolate Cake in Ramekin
Chocolate Cake in Ramekin

Ingredients

  • Apple
    (Peeled and cored, or unpeeled for added fiber.)

    1 medium
  • Egg
    (Room temperature preferred.)

    1 large
  • Cocoa Powder
    (Unsweetened cocoa powder.)

    1 cup
Servings: 1
💡 Tip: Check off ingredients as you add them to keep track of your progress!
Close-up of Cake Texture
Close-up of Cake Texture

Instructions

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  • 1

    Place the apple (peeled and cored), egg, and unsweetened cocoa powder into a blender.
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    Step 1 visual
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    Place the apple (peeled and cored), egg, and unsweetened cocoa powder into a blender.
    1m

    Ensure the apple is cut into smaller pieces to facilitate blending.
  • 2

    Blend all ingredients until the mixture is smooth and well combined, forming a batter.
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    Step 2 visual
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    Blend all ingredients until the mixture is smooth and well combined, forming a batter.
    1m

    Blend until no apple chunks remain, for a smoother cake texture.
  • 3

    Pour the batter into an oven-safe bowl or ramekin.
    Step 3 visual
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    Step 3 visual
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    Pour the batter into an oven-safe bowl or ramekin.
    1m

    Lightly grease the bowl if you plan to remove the cake after baking.
  • 4

    Bake in a preheated oven at 180°C (350°F) for 10-15 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
    Step 4 visual
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    Step 4 visual
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    Bake in a preheated oven at 180°C (350°F) for 10-15 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
    12m

    Cooking times may vary based on your oven and the size of your baking dish.
💡 Tip: Click on any step to mark it as completed and track your cooking progress!

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