Two-Ingredient Cake

Name: Two-Ingredient Cake
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 8
Ingredients: Golden delicious apples to be cleaned 1.5 lbs; Dark chocolate 50% 9 oz; Unsweetened cocoa powder 6 tbsp

Difficulty: Very easy
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 25 min
Serving: 8
Cost: Very low
Note + 2 hours' rest in the fridge

PRESENTATION

La torta 2 ingredienti is this really simple Italian dessert that just surprises everyone. Seriously, everyone. From the bustling streets of Rome to the scenic countryside of Tuscany, people just love this creamy and chocolatey treat. And here's the thing, it's perfect when you want something sweet without the hassle.

All you need are apples and chocolate—yeah, that's it! And no oven, which is great. Just blend the apples, melt the chocolate, and mix them together. Then chill in the fridge.

The result? A 2-ingredient cake that transforms into a smooth, chilled dessert, almost like magic considering how little effort it takes. Really, it’s perfect year-round. Plus, during hot summer days when you want to avoid turning on the oven, it's a lifesaver. With no added sugar, you get the natural sweetness of the fruit and rich chocolate flavor.

Different regions might use local apple varieties—adds a special touch depending on where you are in Italy. This simple cake recipe is a staple around Italian family tables. When people crave something sweet without needing a pantry full of ingredients, it’s perfect. It's the kind of minimal ingredient cake that feels a bit special because of its ease, and the texture is so velvety and moist you'd never guess it's made with just two ingredients.

The cake is ready after a quick chill. Pretty much. This makes it one of those quick cake recipes perfect for unexpected guests or last-minute gatherings. You'll savor the fresh apple and rich chocolate coming together with barely any cleanup.

Some say it tastes even better the next day as the flavors become more rich and the texture even softer. And look, with recipes like this, Italian cuisine continues to show how really, really good simple things can be. Whether you're on the hunt for cake mix recipes or just want something tender and fast, this cake ticks all the boxes. Can't go wrong with simple baking that still feels a bit magical.

INGREDIENTS

For a 7-inch (18 cm) pan: Golden delicious apples 1.5 lbs (700 g) - to be cleaned; Dark chocolate 50% 9 oz (250 g)

For garnish: Unsweetened cocoa powder 6 tbsp (30 g)

Preparation

How to prepare Two-Ingredient Cake

To prepare the two-ingredient cake, peel the apples with a vegetable peeler 1, then cut them in half, remove the core and slice them first and then into even cubes 2. Transfer the apple cubes to a large pot 3.

Pour 50 g of water (about 3 tbsp + 1 tsp, approximately 1.7 fl oz) 4, cover with a lid 5 and cook over low heat for about 20 minutes, or until the apples are very soft. At this point blend them thoroughly with an immersion blender 6.

You should obtain a smooth, homogeneous purée 7; let it cool slightly. In the meantime, roughly chop the dark chocolate with a knife 8, then melt it—either in the microwave or in a double boiler—until it becomes fluid and glossy 9.

Combine the apple purée with the melted chocolate 10 and stir well until you have an even, dense and creamy mixture 11. Pour the mixture into a 7-inch (18 cm) springform pan lined with parchment paper and level the surface 12, then transfer to the refrigerator and let it set for at least 2 hours, preferably overnight.

When the dessert is firm, carefully remove it from the pan and peel away the parchment paper 13. Before serving, dust the surface with unsweetened cocoa powder 14. Your two-ingredient cake is ready to be served 15!