Fat Free Chocolate Cake
Indulge your sweet tooth guilt-free with this irresistibly moist and flavorful Fat Free Chocolate Cake! Crafted with wholesome ingredients like unsweetened applesauce and non-fat Greek yogurt, this chocolatey delight is full of rich flavor without a trace of added fat. The secret to its light and airy texture lies in perfectly whipped egg whites, which add structure and lift to the batter. Enhanced with a touch of brewed coffee for depth, this cake is easy to prepare in under an hour and makes for a deliciously satisfying treat. Serve it plain, dusted with powdered sugar, or topped with fresh berries for a healthier dessert that doesn’t compromise on taste. Perfect for chocolate lovers who want to keep it light, this fat-free cake will be your new go-to recipe!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.25 cups All-purpose flour
- 0.5 cup Unsweetened cocoa powder
- 0.75 cup Granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon Baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Baking soda
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 1 cup Unsweetened applesauce
- 0.5 cup Non-fat Greek yogurt
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 0.5 cup Brewed coffee (cooled) or water
- 2 large Egg whites
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare an 8-inch round cake pan by lining the bottom with parchment paper and greasing the sides with a non-stick spray or a touch of flour.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, unsweetened cocoa powder, granulated sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until well combined.
In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the unsweetened applesauce, non-fat Greek yogurt, vanilla extract, and brewed coffee (or water). Ensure the mixture is smooth and uniform.
Using a hand or stand mixer, beat the 2 large egg whites on medium speed until soft peaks form. This step will help give the cake extra lift and structure in the absence of fat.
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir gently with a spatula until just combined. Avoid overmixing as this can make the cake dense.
Gently fold the beaten egg whites into the batter in two separate additions. Use a folding motion to maintain as much air as possible in the mixture.
Transfer the batter into the prepared cake pan, spreading it evenly with a spatula.
Bake in the preheated oven for 25 to 30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.
Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then, carefully remove it from the pan and let it cool completely on a wire rack before serving.
Slice and enjoy your guilt-free, fat-free chocolate cake! Optionally, dust the top with a light sprinkle of powdered sugar or serve with fresh berries.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1593 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 18.4 g | 24% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.8 g | 49% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 4 mg | 1% | |
| Sodium | 1720 mg | 75% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 372.8 g | 136% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 49.6 g | 177% | |
| Total Sugars | 180.4 g | ||
| Protein | 51.7 g | 103% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 280 mg | 22% | |
| Iron | 26.6 mg | 148% | |
| Potassium | 2385 mg | 51% | |
*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.
