Low Sugar Apple Cake
Delight in the wholesome comfort of a Low Sugar Apple Cake, a guilt-free treat that’s perfect for both everyday indulgence and special occasions. Packed with natural sweetness from fresh apples and a touch of honey or maple syrup, this cake strikes the perfect balance between flavor and health. Creamy Greek yogurt and unsweetened applesauce add a moist, tender crumb, while warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg elevate its aromatic appeal. With just 20 minutes of prep time and simple, pantry-friendly ingredients, this cake is as easy to make as it is to enjoy. Serve it plain or with a dollop of yogurt for a nutritious dessert or snack that the whole family will love. Ideal for those seeking low-sugar and lower-fat desserts without compromising on taste, this apple cake is autumn baking at its best!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 cups Apples (peeled, cored, and diced)
- 1.5 cups All-purpose flour
- 1.5 teaspoons Baking powder
- 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoon Nutmeg (optional)
- 2 large Eggs
- 0.5 cup Plain Greek yogurt
- 0.5 cup Unsweetened applesauce
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 0.25 cup Honey (or maple syrup)
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 cup Chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease or line an 8-inch round or square cake pan with parchment paper.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, ground cinnamon, nutmeg (if using), and salt. Set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, beat the eggs until frothy. Add the yogurt, unsweetened applesauce, honey (or maple syrup), and vanilla extract, and mix until well combined.
Gradually incorporate the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined. Do not overmix.
Gently fold the diced apples and chopped nuts (if using) into the batter until evenly distributed.
Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
Bake in the preheated oven for 35–40 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, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Serve as is or with a dollop of yogurt or a light dusting of powdered sugar, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1854 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 55.2 g | 71% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.2 g | 46% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 384 mg | 128% | |
| Sodium | 1462 mg | 64% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 304.0 g | 111% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 26.1 g | 93% | |
| Total Sugars | 128.2 g | ||
| Protein | 55.8 g | 112% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.1 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 333 mg | 26% | |
| Iron | 13.6 mg | 76% | |
| Potassium | 1540 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.
