Description
Indulge in the delightful fusion of flavors with our Cake au Chocolat et à la Citrouille. This easy, moist, and decadent dessert beautifully marries rich dark chocolate with the subtle sweetness of pumpkin, making it perfect for any occasion—from a cozy breakfast to an irresistible afternoon snack or dessert. Its exceptionally soft texture and balanced taste will charm chocolate lovers and pumpkin enthusiasts alike. Plus, it’s a wonderful way to sneak some nutrients into your dessert, making it a hit with children and adults!
Ingredients
Scale
- 200 g dark chocolate
- 250 g pumpkin puree
- 150 g sugar
- 3 eggs
- 200 g flour
- 1 packet baking powder
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
- Melt the dark chocolate in a bowl using a microwave or double boiler until smooth.
- In the melted chocolate, mix in the pumpkin puree, eggs, and sugar until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, and salt; gently fold this into the wet mixture using a spatula.
- Pour the batter into a greased loaf pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for approximately 45 minutes, checking for doneness with a knife inserted in the center—it should come out clean.
- Allow to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: For an extra burst of flavor, consider adding spices like cinnamon or nutmeg. You can substitute pumpkin puree with mashed bananas or applesauce for a different twist.