Diet Cake
Indulge guilt-free with this light and fluffy Diet Cake, a healthier twist on traditional baked treats! Made with wholesome ingredients like whole wheat flour, unsweetened applesauce, and non-fat Greek yogurt, this cake is naturally sweetened with honey and flavored with a hint of vanilla and optional cinnamon. Perfect for weight-watchers or clean eaters, this low-calorie dessert is still moist and satisfying without butter or refined sugar. Quick and easy to prepare in just 40 minutes, this lighter cake is ideal for a wholesome snack or a healthier dessert option. Serve it plain or topped with fresh berries and a dollop of yogurt for a delightful, nutritious treat that doesn’t sacrifice flavor or texture!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 120 grams Whole wheat flour
- 1.5 teaspoons Baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoons Baking soda
- 0.25 teaspoons Salt
- 60 grams Unsweetened applesauce
- 120 grams Greek yogurt (non-fat or low-fat)
- 50 grams Honey
- 2 large Egg whites
- 1 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 120 milliliters Skim milk (or almond milk)
- 0.5 teaspoons Cinnamon (optional, for flavor)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F). Lightly grease a 7-inch round cake pan or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the dry ingredients: whole wheat flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon (if using). Set aside.
In a separate large bowl, combine the wet ingredients: unsweetened applesauce, Greek yogurt, honey, egg whites, vanilla extract, and skim milk. Mix until smooth and well combined.
Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet mixture, stirring gently with a spatula or whisk until a smooth batter forms. Be careful not to overmix, as this can make the cake dense.
Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan, spreading it evenly with a spatula.
Bake in the preheated oven for 25–30 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 about 10 minutes. Then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely before serving.
Slice into 8 equal portions and enjoy your light and fluffy diet cake. Serve as is or with a dollop of low-fat Greek yogurt and fresh berries for extra flavor!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
763 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 2.8 g | 4% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.7 g | 3% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 6 mg | 2% | |
| Sodium | 2105 mg | 92% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 152.2 g | 55% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.0 g | 57% | |
| Total Sugars | 57.5 g | ||
| Protein | 35.7 g | 71% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.3 mcg | 6% | |
| Calcium | 304 mg | 23% | |
| Iron | 5.2 mg | 29% | |
| Potassium | 992 mg | 21% | |
*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.
