Light Version Chocolate Cinnamon Mayo Cake
Indulge in guilt-free decadence with this Light Version Chocolate Cinnamon Mayo Cake, a perfect balance of rich chocolate flavor and warm cinnamon spice. This recipe swaps traditional oil or butter for reduced-fat mayonnaise, ensuring a moist, tender crumb with fewer calories. A hint of ground cinnamon enhances the cocoa, adding a delightful depth of flavor, while skim milk and boiling water create a silky, easy-to-mix batter. Ready in just 45 minutes, this healthier cake is ideal for any occasion, whether served plain, dusted with powdered sugar, or paired with a light frosting. Perfect for chocolate lovers seeking a lighter treat, this recipe delivers all the flavor with none of the guilt!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups All-purpose flour
- 0.5 cups Unsweetened cocoa powder
- 0.75 cups Granulated sugar
- 1.5 teaspoons Baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoons Baking soda
- 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoons Salt
- 0.5 cups Reduced-fat mayonnaise
- 0.5 cups Skim milk
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1 unit Large egg
- 0.5 cups Boiling water
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8-inch round or square cake pan, then dust it lightly with flour.
In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt until well combined.
In a separate medium-sized bowl, mix the reduced-fat mayonnaise, skim milk, vanilla extract, and the egg until smooth and creamy.
Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients. Stir gently with a spatula or whisk until a thick, smooth batter forms.
Slowly pour in the boiling water, stirring constantly until the batter is fully blended. The mixture will be slightly thin, which is normal.
Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan, spreading it evenly with a spatula.
Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.
Remove the cake from the oven and allow it to cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then transfer it to a wire rack and let it cool completely.
Once cooled, serve plain, dusted with powdered sugar, or topped with your favorite light frosting.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1926 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 50.8 g | 65% | |
| Saturated Fat | 15.4 g | 77% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 229 mg | 76% | |
| Sodium | 3040 mg | 132% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 381.2 g | 139% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 49.1 g | 175% | |
| Total Sugars | 163.8 g | ||
| Protein | 53.0 g | 106% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.4 mcg | 12% | |
| Calcium | 383 mg | 29% | |
| Iron | 28.5 mg | 158% | |
| Potassium | 2295 mg | 49% | |
*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.
