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Ingredients
- ¼ cup flour
- 3 tbsp Dutch process cocoa
- ½ tsp baking powder
- ¼ tsp baking soda
- 3 tbsp buttermilk
- 3 tbsp applesauce
- 4½ tsp canola oil
- 1 tsp espresso powder
- 1 large egg
- ½ cup sugar
- 1 oz dark chocolate, chopped
- 5 tbsp butter
- 2 tbsp honey
- ¾ cup powdered sugar
- Vanilla extract
Instructions
Prepare Pan: Line a 6-inch cake pan with parchment paper. Spray with cooking spray and dust with flour. In a bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa, baking powder, and baking soda
Mix Batter: In a large bowl, vigorously whisk egg and sugar until light and fluffy. Gently fold in dry ingredients alternating with buttermilk, applesauce, and oil. Stir in chopped chocolate
Bake Cake: Place in air fryer and bake at 320°F / 160°C for 25 minutes. Test center with toothpick - it should come out clean or with a few moist crumbs
Prepare Frosting: In a small saucepan, cook butter over medium heat until golden brown and nutty smelling. Let cool 10 minutes. Beat with honey, a splash of vanilla, and powdered sugar until smooth
Decorate: Once cake is completely cool, spread with brown butter frosting. Optional: sprinkle extra chocolate shavings on top
