Low Fat Classic Chocolate Cake
Indulge guilt-free with this Low Fat Classic Chocolate Cake that delivers rich, chocolatey flavor without packing on extra calories! Made with wholesome ingredients like unsweetened cocoa powder, applesauce, and low-fat buttermilk, this recipe offers a delightful balance between decadence and health-conscious choices. Fluffy, moist, and perfectly sweetened with granulated sugar, this cake is light on fat while remaining full of flavor. It’s incredibly simple to prepare—requiring just 20 minutes of prep time—and bakes to perfection in under half an hour. Perfect for intimate celebrations or a casual dessert, this cake can be enjoyed plain, dusted with powdered sugar, or served alongside a fresh fruit compote. Treat yourself and your loved ones to a healthier twist on a timeless chocolate delight!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 0.5 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon baking soda
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 0.5 cup applesauce
- 1 cup low-fat buttermilk
- 2 large egg whites
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 0.5 cup hot water
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9-inch round cake pan and line the bottom with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, unsweetened cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
Add the granulated sugar to the dry ingredients and whisk until completely combined.
In another bowl, whisk together the applesauce, low-fat buttermilk, egg whites, and vanilla extract until smooth.
Slowly add the wet ingredients to the dry mixture, mixing gently until just combined. Do not overmix.
Gradually pour the hot water into the batter, stirring well until the mixture is smooth and well incorporated.
Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan, smoothing the top with a spatula.
Bake in the preheated oven for 28 to 30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.
Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it onto a wire rack to cool completely.
Once cooled, dust lightly with powdered sugar if desired or enjoy plain.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1903 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 20.8 g | 27% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.2 g | 56% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 10 mg | 3% | |
| Sodium | 2047 mg | 89% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 441.2 g | 160% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 49.1 g | 175% | |
| Total Sugars | 227.3 g | ||
| Protein | 57.7 g | 115% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.2 mcg | 16% | |
| Calcium | 475 mg | 37% | |
| Iron | 27.9 mg | 155% | |
| Potassium | 2580 mg | 55% | |
*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.
