Low Fat Chocolate Fudge Cake
Indulge guilt-free with this delightful Low Fat Chocolate Fudge Cake—an irresistible dessert that combines rich cocoa flavor with a light, moist texture. Perfect for health-conscious chocolate lovers, this recipe achieves its decadent taste with the clever use of unsweetened applesauce and low-fat buttermilk, cutting down on fat without sacrificing moisture or flavor. The addition of both granulated and brown sugar creates a well-balanced sweetness, while a touch of hot water ensures a silky, smooth batter. Ready in under an hour, this cake is easy to prepare and perfect for any occasion. Serve it as is, with a dusting of powdered sugar, or pair it with a dollop of low-fat Greek yogurt for a wholesome twist. Ideal for those seeking a healthier chocolate dessert, this treat promises satisfaction without the unnecessary guilt!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 160 grams All-purpose flour
- 50 grams Cocoa powder
- 2 teaspoons Baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Baking soda
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 150 grams Granulated sugar
- 50 grams Brown sugar
- 120 milliliters Unsweetened applesauce
- 240 milliliters Low-fat buttermilk
- 1 unit Large egg
- 1 teaspoon Pure vanilla extract
- 120 milliliters Hot water
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch round cake pan, lining the bottom with parchment paper.
In a large bowl, sift together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
In another bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar, brown sugar, applesauce, low-fat buttermilk, large egg, and vanilla extract until well combined.
Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, stirring gently until just combined.
Slowly add the hot water to the batter, mixing until the batter is smooth. The batter will be quite thin, which is normal.
Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan.
Bake in the preheated oven for 30 to 35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.
Allow the cake to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then remove it from the pan and let it cool completely on a wire rack.
Once cooled, you can dust the top with a little powdered sugar or serve with a dollop of low-fat Greek yogurt for an added touch.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1703 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 15.6 g | 20% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.3 g | 36% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 196 mg | 65% | |
| Sodium | 2485 mg | 108% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 381.4 g | 139% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 24.2 g | 86% | |
| Total Sugars | 224.0 g | ||
| Protein | 40.9 g | 82% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.2 mcg | 21% | |
| Calcium | 462 mg | 36% | |
| Iron | 16.1 mg | 89% | |
| Potassium | 1536 mg | 33% | |
*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.
