Summer is transitioning into its late stages and we move from enjoying the bitter flavor of quinoa olives and salad greens to embracing the sweet flavor of millet and round vegetables.

Why not mix the bitter and the sweet in this delicious chocolate cake recipe? Try it and let me know what you think. It makes a great birthday cake.

You will need:

• 1 bar dark chocolate 80%

• 1/2 cup butter

• 1 cup maple syrup

• 1/2 cup cocoa powder

• 3 tablespoons coconut flour

• 2 eggs, beaten

• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

• A pinch of salt

Preheat oven to 350 degrees.

Melt butter and chocolate in a double boiler over medium heat.

Place in food processor with all other ingredients.

Blend well.

Pour in greased cake pan and bake for 30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.

Dust with cocoa powder or cover with

coconut frosting

if you like.

Theobroma Cacao