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Bake:
Pour the finished batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake the cake for 45 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. After baking, let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes before removing from the pan and allowing to cool completely.
2. Make Mango Tea:
Prepare ingredients:
Cut the lemons into pieces and place in a teapot or heatproof container. Add the freeze-dried mango and loose black tea.
Boil water:
Bring 1 litre of water to a boil and pour it over the tea mixture. Allow the tea to steep for 4-5 minutes to allow the flavours to develop well.
Strain and serve:
Strain the tea to remove the tea leaves and fruit pieces. Serve the tea hot or chilled, depending on your preference.
Nutritional information (per slice, 8 slices per cake):
Calories: 95
Protein: 5 g
Carbohydrates: 15 g
Fiber: 3 g
Fat: 3 g
Sugar: 10 g (natural sources only)
Time required:
Prep time: 15 minutes
Bake time: 45 minutes
Total time: 1 hour
Pro tips and tricks:
Apple selection:
Choose sweet apples like Fuji, Gala or Honeycrisp to make the cake pleasantly sweet. Ripe apples have more natural sweetness, and red apples add a beautiful color and flavor to the cake.
Cake Consistency:
Make sure to completely puree the apples to get a uniform consistency. Avoid over-mixing after adding the eggs to maintain the texture of the cake.
Doneness Test:
After the baking time, do the doneness test by inserting a toothpick into the center of the cake. If it comes out clean, the cake is done.
Moisture Control:
If the apples are very juicy, excess liquid can be drained after pureeing. This will prevent the batter from becoming too runny.
Storage:
Allow the cake to cool completely before storing in an airtight container to keep it fresh.
Variations and Substitutions:
Fruits:
Substitute some of the apples with pears for a different flavor, or add mashed banana to make the cake even juicier. You can also incorporate grated zucchini for more moisture.
Spices and Flavors:
Add 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract for more flavor. Cinnamon or nutmeg will add a spicy note to the cake, and orange zest will add an extra citrus flavor.
Tea Variations:
If you don't like black tea, you can use green tea. Also try other dried fruits like papaya or pineapple, or add fresh ginger for an extra heat in the tea.
Dietary Adaptations:
For an even healthier variation, you can use locust bean gum instead of cocoa. Ground flax seeds can be mixed into the cake for an extra nutritional boost, and protein powder is a great way to add more protein to the cake.
Enjoy this delicious Apple Cocoa Cake with Mango Tea! 🎂🍹
This recipe is not only delicious, but also healthy and versatile. It is perfect for a cozy tea time, as a snack or even as a dessert after a nice dinner. Enjoy the cake with a cup of mango tea and let yourself be pampered by this wonderful taste experience!
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