Chocolate Buttermilk Cake Fat Free or Low Fat
Indulge your chocolate cravings guilt-free with this irresistibly moist and tender Chocolate Buttermilk Cake, specially crafted to be low fat or fat free. Made with wholesome ingredients like non-fat buttermilk, unsweetened applesauce, and just a touch of granulated sugar, this cake delivers rich chocolate flavor without excess calories. The addition of hot water ensures a luscious, airy texture, while egg whites keep it light and fluffy. Perfect as a healthier dessert or a sweet midday treat, this easy-to-make recipe requires just 15 minutes of prep and bakes to perfection in under 30 minutes. Serve it plain or with a light dusting of powdered sugar for a satisfying slice of chocolatey goodness that won’t weigh you down!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups All-purpose flour
- 0.5 cup Unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 teaspoons Baking powder
- 1 teaspoon Baking soda
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.75 cup Granulated sugar
- 1 cup Non-fat buttermilk
- 0.5 cup Applesauce (unsweetened)
- 2 large Egg whites
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 0.5 cup Hot water
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease an 8x8-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, unsweetened cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Stir in the granulated sugar until evenly combined.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the non-fat buttermilk, unsweetened applesauce, egg whites, and vanilla extract until smooth.
Gradually pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, mixing gently until just combined. Avoid overmixing to ensure a tender cake.
Slowly stir in the hot water. The batter will be thin, but this helps create a moist texture.
Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
Bake in the preheated oven for 28-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Slice into 12 equal pieces and serve as is or with a light dusting of powdered sugar for added sweetness.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1717 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 18.7 g | 24% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.9 g | 50% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 5 mg | 2% | |
| Sodium | 3124 mg | 136% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 393.1 g | 143% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 49.2 g | 176% | |
| Total Sugars | 177.3 g | ||
| Protein | 57.7 g | 115% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.2 mcg | 16% | |
| Calcium | 492 mg | 38% | |
| Iron | 27.8 mg | 154% | |
| Potassium | 2567 mg | 55% | |
*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.
