Lighter Chocolate Pudding Cake
Indulge in the rich, velvety decadence of this *Lighter Chocolate Pudding Cake*, a swoon-worthy dessert that’s both satisfying and guilt-free. This clever recipe swaps traditional heavy ingredients for lighter alternatives like skim milk and unsweetened applesauce, creating a moist chocolate cake crowned with a luscious pudding layer that forms naturally as it bakes. With just 10 minutes of prep time and pantry-friendly ingredients like cocoa powder, brown sugar, and boiling water, this dessert is as easy as it is impressive. Perfect for weeknight cravings or cozy gatherings, serve it warm with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of low-fat ice cream for the ultimate light-yet-luxurious treat. A must-try for chocolate lovers seeking a healthier twist!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 0.5 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 cup skim milk
- 0.25 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 0.5 cup packed light brown sugar
- 1 cup boiling water
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease an 8x8-inch baking dish or line it with parchment paper.
In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
Stir in the skim milk, unsweetened applesauce, and vanilla extract until the batter is smooth and well incorporated. Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish, spreading it evenly.
Sprinkle the packed light brown sugar evenly over the top of the batter.
Carefully pour the boiling water over the brown sugar layer without stirring. The water will sink through the batter and create a pudding layer at the bottom during baking.
Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until the top is set and firm to the touch.
Remove the cake from the oven and allow it to cool for 5-10 minutes before serving. The cake will separate into a soft top layer and a pudding-like bottom layer.
Serve warm with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of your favorite low-fat ice cream, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
866 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 1.7 g | 2% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.9 g | 4% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 4 mg | 1% | |
| Sodium | 1116 mg | 49% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 222.3 g | 81% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.6 g | 16% | |
| Total Sugars | 212.7 g | ||
| Protein | 6.5 g | 13% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.3 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 240 mg | 18% | |
| Iron | 2.1 mg | 12% | |
| Potassium | 547 mg | 12% | |
*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.
