Cocoa Decadence with Raspberry Sauce Recipe

Name: Cocoa Decadence with Raspberry Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup cake flour; 1-1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder; 1/3 cup unsweetened applesauce; 1-1/3 cup sugar; 8 egg whites, room temperature; 3/4 cup buttermilk; 1-1/2 tsp. vanilla extract; 1 cup whole raspberries, whole, fresh; frozen (extra for optional garnish); 1/2 tbsp. Confectioner's sugar; 1/2 tbsp. fresh lemon juice

Servings: persons

1
Heat oven to 350F.
2
Spray a 9-inch springform pan with nonstick cooking spray.
3
Sift the flour and cocoa together and set aside.
4
Combine the applesauce and granulated sugar in bowl and beat with electric mixer at medium-high speed until blended.
5
Turn the mixer to low; add the whites of 2 eggs, the buttermilk and vanilla.
6
Continue to beat on low until ingredients are well mixed.
7
Stir in the flour mixture until blended.
8
Set aside.
9
Using clean beaters, beat the remaining 6 whites in the mixer at med-highuntil stiff peaks are formed.
10
Add 1/3 of the beaten egg white to the batter and stir until fully incorporated.
11
Gently fold in the remaining whites.
12
Pour the batter into the pan.
13
Place in the oven and bake until cake is firm in the center and has begun to pull away from the sides of the pan, 25 - 30 minutes.
14
Transfer pan to a rack and allow to cool for at least 2 hours.
15
Prepare the sauce by placing the raspberries in a food processor or blender and pureeing them with the confectioners sugar and lemon juice.
16
Push the puree thru a fine mesh strainer to remove the seeds.
17
Cover and chill.
18
Remove springform and dust cake with sifted confectioners sugar.
19
Cut cake into serving pieces.
20
Spoon sauce over each portion.
21
Garnish with extra raspberries, if desired.

944

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup cake flour, 1-1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder, 1/3 cup unsweetened applesauce, 1-1/3 cup sugar, and more.

Yes, Cocoa Decadence with Raspberry Sauce falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Cocoa Decadence with Raspberry Sauce

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Variations & substitutions

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