Apple Cake with Cocoa and Lemon Zest
Add the melted butter, yogurt, and milk, and mix until combined.
Sift together the flour, baking powder, and cocoa powder. Gradually add this dry mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined.
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Assemble the Cake:
Pour half of the batter into the prepared baking pan.
Arrange the caramelized apple slices over the batter.
Pour the remaining batter over the apples, smoothing the top.
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Sprinkle with lemon zest.
Bake:
Bake in the preheated oven for 45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.
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Allow the cake to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Decorate:
Once the cake is cool, dust with powdered sugar.
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Serving Suggestions
Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
Pair with a cup of hot tea or coffee for an afternoon treat.
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Top with a dollop of whipped cream and a sprinkle of cinnamon.
Enjoy as a dessert or a sweet breakfast treat.
Cooking Tips
For a richer flavor, use brown sugar instead of white sugar for caramelizing the apples.
To enhance the lemon flavor, add a teaspoon of lemon juice to the batter.
Make sure to sift the cocoa powder to prevent lumps in the batter.
Use room temperature ingredients for a smoother batter.
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