Low Fat Chocolate Mint Cake
Indulge guilt-free with this Low Fat Chocolate Mint Cake, a moist and decadent dessert that satisfies your sweet tooth while keeping it health-conscious. Made with wholesome ingredients like low-fat Greek yogurt, unsweetened applesauce, and almond milk, this chocolatey treat is perfect for those seeking a lighter alternative to traditional cakes. Infused with refreshing pure mint extract, it offers a delightful twist that pairs beautifully with the richness of cocoa powder. Quick and easy to prepare in just 15 minutes, this cake bakes to perfection in 30 minutes and can be garnished with dark chocolate chips and fresh mint leaves for an elegant finish. Perfect for family gatherings, parties, or a weekend indulgence, this recipe proves that you don’t have to compromise on flavor to enjoy a low-fat dessert.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 0.5 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.75 cup low-fat or fat-free plain Greek yogurt
- 0.5 cup unsweetened almond milk (or skim milk)
- 2 egg whites
- 1 teaspoon pure mint extract
- 0.75 cup granulated sugar
- 0.5 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 2 tablespoons dark chocolate chips (optional, for garnish)
- 4 leaves fresh mint leaves (optional, for decoration)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease an 8-inch round or square cake pan with non-stick spray or line it with parchment paper.
In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, and salt until well combined. Set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the Greek yogurt, almond milk, egg whites, mint extract, sugar, and applesauce. Whisk until smooth and uniform.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring gently with a spatula until just combined. Avoid overmixing as this can make the cake dense.
Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
If desired, sprinkle with dark chocolate chips and decorate with fresh mint leaves before serving.
Slice and enjoy your low-fat chocolate mint cake!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1818 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 24.9 g | 32% | |
| Saturated Fat | 12.7 g | 64% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 6 mg | 2% | |
| Sodium | 3160 mg | 137% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 394.5 g | 143% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 50.7 g | 181% | |
| Total Sugars | 175.5 g | ||
| Protein | 71.6 g | 143% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.2 mcg | 6% | |
| Calcium | 594 mg | 46% | |
| Iron | 29.2 mg | 162% | |
| Potassium | 2656 mg | 56% | |
*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.
