Low Fat Gooey Hot Fudge Cake
Indulge your chocolate cravings guilt-free with this irresistibly decadent Low Fat Gooey Hot Fudge Cake. Perfectly moist and rich, this dessert combines light and wholesome ingredients like unsweetened applesauce and low-fat milk to create a healthier twist on a classic favorite. The magic happens as it bakes—forming a tender chocolate cake on top and a luscious, gooey fudge sauce underneath, thanks to the unique addition of hot water. With a quick 15-minute prep time, this easy-to-make treat is ideal for busy weeknights or special occasions. Serve it warm with a dollop of whipped topping or a scoop of low-fat vanilla ice cream for the ultimate chocolate-lover's delight. It's the perfect combination of indulgent and light, making it a must-try for any dessert aficionado searching for a healthier option that doesn’t skimp on flavor!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup All-purpose flour
- 0.75 cup Granulated sugar
- 0.33 cup Unsweetened cocoa powder (divided)
- 2 teaspoons Baking powder
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 cup Low-fat milk
- 0.25 cup Unsweetened applesauce
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 0.5 cup Brown sugar, packed
- 1.25 cups Hot water
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease an 8x8-inch baking dish.
In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, 2 tablespoons of the cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
Stir in the milk, applesauce, and vanilla extract until the batter is smooth.
Spread the batter evenly into the prepared baking dish.
In a separate small bowl, mix the brown sugar and remaining cocoa powder (about 4 tablespoons). Sprinkle this mixture evenly over the batter.
Pour the hot water over the top, but do not stir. The hot water will help create the fudge sauce as the cake bakes.
Carefully place the baking dish in the oven and bake for 35 minutes or until the top is set and slightly firm.
Remove from the oven and allow the cake to cool for 5 minutes before serving. As the cake cools slightly, the bottom layer will turn into a gooey fudge sauce.
Serve warm with a scoop of low-fat vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped topping, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
179 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 1.0 g | 1% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.6 g | 3% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 184 mg | 8% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 41.7 g | 15% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.7 g | 6% | |
| Total Sugars | 29.2 g | ||
| Protein | 2.5 g | 5% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 30 mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 1.0 mg | 6% | |
| Potassium | 78 mg | 2% | |
*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.
