Directions
This cake is created as a fusion of traditional homemade flavor and a modern, luxurious chocolate note.
Rosehip jam brings fruity depth with a gentle tartness, while orange zest adds a fresh and warm aroma.
Cocoa and dark chocolate round out the flavor into a rich, soft, and aromatic dessert.
The final touch of chocolate glaze transforms each slice into a small, elegant moment of indulgence.
Ingredients
Wet base:
- 1.5 cups rosehip jam (if thick, dilute with a little water)
- 1/2 cup sunflower oil
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Dry ingredients:
- 2 cups flour
- 2 tbsp cocoa powder
- 1 tsp baking soda
- a pinch of salt
Flavor & texture:
- 1 tsp grated orange zest
- 2 tbsp chopped walnuts
- 50 g chopped dark chocolate
Decoration
- 100 g dark chocolate
- 1 tbsp butter
- 1 tbsp chopped walnuts
- rosehip jam for decoration
Instructions
- Mix all dry ingredients: flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, combine rosehip jam, oil, and vanilla until smooth. Add orange zest.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, mixing only until combined.
- Fold in walnuts and dark chocolate gently.
- Pour the batter into a rectangular baking pan lined with baking paper (20 × 30 cm).
- Bake at 180°C (350°F) for about 23–27 minutes. Check with a toothpick — it should come out with a few moist crumbs, not dry, but not wet either.
Decoration & Serving
Melt the chocolate with butter and pour it over the cake while still warm. Decorate with walnuts.
Let it cool completely, then cut into squares. Before serving, decorate with a touch of rosehip jam.
Note
Store-bought rosehip jam can also be used. If it is very thick or has a gelatin-like texture, it is recommended to dilute it slightly.
Use a 250 ml cup as a measurement to ensure the cake has good volume and balance.
Final details
This cake is inspired by tradition and homemade rosehip jam, which gives a deep red color and a unique aroma after baking. The walnuts add extra crunch for the perfect bite.
A traditional-style cake with a modern twist, offering a flavor you will truly enjoy.
