Apple Cake

My sister's birthdays are two days apart, so when they celebrate with a birthday dinner, this has always been their requested birthday cake for as long as I can remember.  It's hearty, rustic, and full of deliciousness.  I asked for their permission to attempt to make this completely processed free before their last birthday to see if it would measure up.  Boy, did it!  I don't think we'll ever go back to the original.  Here is my take on a family favorite:

1 cup melted coconut oil
2 cups coconut palm sugar
2 eggs
3 cups sprouted whole wheat or whole spelt flour
1 tsp. baking soda
1 tsp. salt
1 tsp. cinnamon
2 tsp. vanilla
3 cups finely diced or grated apples
1 cup dark chocolate chips
1 cup chopped walnuts

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.  Grease a 9X13 pan with additional coconut oil or butter and set aside.  In a large mixing bowl combine all the ingredients.  Bake for 30-35 minutes.  Cool and cut like brownies.

I like to use mini chips or cut up chocolate bars for this recipe.  We have also tried it with different nuts like pecans and it's just as amazing.  We have never put a frosting on this, however we often serve it with a dollop of homemade whipped cream - make it clean!  Who knows, this may just be your next birthday cake!