Brownie Fudge Layer Cake Light
Indulge guilt-free with this "Brownie Fudge Layer Cake Light," a lighter twist on the ultimate chocolate lover’s dessert. This recipe delivers all the rich, fudgy decadence you crave but with a health-conscious makeover. Made with unsweetened applesauce and low-fat Greek yogurt, this dessert cuts back on fat without sacrificing flavor. The addition of dark chocolate chips ensures bursts of intense cocoa in every bite, while light whipped topping keeps it airy and satisfying. Finished with an optional garnish of shaved dark chocolate, this layered masterpiece is as elegant as it is easy to make. Perfectly moist and packed with chocolate goodness, this cake comes together in under an hour and makes enough to serve 10—ideal for any celebration or sweet craving. A must-try for fans of light chocolate desserts, brownie cakes, or decadent yet wholesome treats.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 0.75 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 0.5 cup boiling water
- 0.5 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 1 cup light brown sugar
- 0.5 cup granulated sugar
- 1.5 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 large eggs
- 0.5 cup plain low-fat Greek yogurt
- 1.25 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon baking soda
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 cup dark chocolate chips
- 2 cups light whipped topping
- 0.25 cup optional shaved dark chocolate (for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease two 8-inch round cake pans. Line the bottoms with parchment paper for easy removal.
In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the cocoa powder and boiling water until smooth. Allow this mixture to cool slightly.
Stir in the unsweetened applesauce, light brown sugar, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract into the cocoa mixture until well combined.
Add the eggs one at a time, whisking well after each addition, followed by the plain low-fat Greek yogurt. Mix until smooth.
In another bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, stirring just until combined. Do not overmix.
Gently fold in the dark chocolate chips for extra bursts of chocolate flavor.
Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans and smooth the tops with a spatula.
Bake in the preheated oven for 25–30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then carefully invert them onto a wire rack to cool completely.
Once the cakes are fully cool, spread 1 cup of light whipped topping evenly over one layer. Place the second cake layer on top and frost the top with the remaining whipped topping.
Optionally, garnish the cake with shaved dark chocolate for an elegant touch.
Refrigerate the cake for at least 1 hour before serving to allow it to set. Slice and enjoy a lighter take on a classic brownie fudge layer cake!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4126 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 158.8 g | 204% | |
| Saturated Fat | 93.3 g | 466% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 384 mg | 128% | |
| Sodium | 2118 mg | 92% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 728.5 g | 265% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 83.7 g | 299% | |
| Total Sugars | 432.4 g | ||
| Protein | 89.6 g | 179% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.0 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 702 mg | 54% | |
| Iron | 49.9 mg | 277% | |
| Potassium | 4418 mg | 94% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
