Low Fat Gingerbread
Indulge in the cozy, spiced flavors of this Low Fat Gingerbread—a healthier twist on the beloved holiday classic! This guilt-free recipe swaps traditional high-fat ingredients for light and wholesome alternatives like unsweetened applesauce, non-fat yogurt, and egg whites, creating a soft and moist loaf that’s full of warm ginger, cinnamon, and clove spices. Sweetened with molasses and a touch of brown sugar, this gingerbread is perfectly balanced without being overly sweet. Ready in under an hour, this easy-to-make treat is ideal for a festive breakfast, snack, or dessert. Serve it plain, with a dollop of low-fat yogurt, or a light dusting of powdered sugar for a pop of seasonal cheer! Perfect for those seeking a comforting, low-fat dessert that doesn’t sacrifice flavor or texture. Bring the aroma of the holidays into your kitchen with this delicious, diet-friendly gingerbread recipe.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 200 grams All-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons Ground ginger
- 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoons Ground cloves
- 1 teaspoon Baking soda
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 120 milliliters Unsweetened applesauce
- 120 milliliters Molasses
- 50 grams Brown sugar (lightly packed)
- 2 large Egg whites
- 120 grams Non-fat plain yogurt
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 60 milliliters Hot water
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F) and lightly grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, ground ginger, ground cinnamon, ground cloves, baking soda, and salt.
In a large bowl, combine the unsweetened applesauce, molasses, and brown sugar. Stir until well mixed.
Add the egg whites, non-fat plain yogurt, and vanilla extract to the wet ingredients and whisk until smooth and creamy.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring gently until just combined. Avoid over-mixing to maintain the light texture.
Slowly blend in the hot water, mixing just until incorporated. The batter will be slightly thin but smooth.
Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, spreading it evenly.
Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Remove the gingerbread from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing and serving.
Enjoy your low-fat gingerbread plain, or with a dollop of low-fat yogurt or a light dusting of powdered sugar for an extra treat!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1572 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 2.8 g | 4% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.5 g | 2% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 2 mg | 1% | |
| Sodium | 2728 mg | 119% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 354.7 g | 129% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.9 g | 32% | |
| Total Sugars | 193.1 g | ||
| Protein | 35.1 g | 70% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 677 mg | 52% | |
| Iron | 18.0 mg | 100% | |
| Potassium | 3197 mg | 68% | |
*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.
