Healthier Chocolate Cake
Indulge guilt-free with this Healthier Chocolate Cake, a moist and decadent treat that’s packed with wholesome ingredients. Made with nutrient-rich whole wheat flour, unsweetened applesauce, and creamy Greek yogurt, this cake swaps refined sugars for natural sweetness from honey or maple syrup. The recipe uses unsweetened cocoa powder for a rich chocolate flavor, while optional dark chocolate chunks on top add a touch of elegance. With just 15 minutes of prep time, this easy-to-make dessert is perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth without the heavy calories. Enjoy it as a light yet indulgent dessert, a mid-afternoon snack, or even a nutritious twist on birthday celebrations!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup whole wheat flour
- 0.5 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon baking soda
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 0.5 cup honey or maple syrup
- 0.75 cup plain Greek yogurt (low fat or full fat)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 large egg
- 0.5 cup unsweetened almond milk (or any milk of choice)
- 0.25 cup chopped dark chocolate (optional, for topping)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease an 8-inch round cake pan or line it with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, sift together the whole wheat flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Whisk to combine evenly.
In a separate bowl, mix the unsweetened applesauce, honey (or maple syrup), Greek yogurt, vanilla extract, egg, and almond milk until fully combined and smooth.
Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, stirring gently with a spatula or whisk until just combined. Be careful not to overmix, as this can make the cake dense.
Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
If desired, sprinkle the chopped dark chocolate over the top for extra flavor and texture.
Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean or with a few crumbs (avoid overbaking).
Remove the cake from the oven and allow it to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Slice into 8 pieces and serve as is or with a dollop of Greek yogurt or fresh fruit for added zest.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1698 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 55.6 g | 71% | |
| Saturated Fat | 28.4 g | 142% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 232 mg | 77% | |
| Sodium | 1941 mg | 84% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 313.4 g | 114% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 67.3 g | 240% | |
| Total Sugars | 137.6 g | ||
| Protein | 63.7 g | 127% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.6 mcg | 13% | |
| Calcium | 618 mg | 48% | |
| Iron | 31.9 mg | 177% | |
| Potassium | 3108 mg | 66% | |
*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.
