No Fat Old Fashioned Apple Cake
Indulge in the guilt-free pleasure of this No Fat Old Fashioned Apple Cake, a wholesome treat that’s brimming with the natural sweetness of apples and warm spices. Made with unsweetened applesauce as a clever fat substitute, this moist and tender cake is packed with diced apples for a burst of fruity freshness in every bite. With no added oils or butter, it’s a lighter dessert option that doesn’t skimp on flavor. Optional raisins and walnuts add a delightful texture, while the simple mix-and-bake process makes it perfect for both beginner and seasoned bakers. Ready in under an hour and ideal for an afternoon snack or casual dessert, this old-fashioned recipe proves that comfort food can be healthy and delicious. It’s fall baking at its finest—without the guilt!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups All-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon Baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Baking soda
- 1.5 teaspoons Ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 1 cup Unsweetened applesauce
- 1 large Egg
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 0.75 cup Granulated sugar
- 1.5 cups Apple (peeled, cored, and diced)
- 0.5 cup Raisins (optional)
- 0.25 cup Chopped walnuts (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease an 8x8-inch baking pan with nonstick cooking spray or line it with parchment paper.
In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, ground cinnamon, and salt until well combined.
In a separate large mixing bowl, whisk together the unsweetened applesauce, large egg, vanilla extract, and granulated sugar until smooth and pale in color.
Gradually add the dry flour mixture to the wet mixture, mixing gently until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
Fold in the diced apple, raisins (if using), and chopped walnuts (if using), ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the batter.
Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread it evenly using a spatula.
Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.
Cut into 8 equal slices and serve as is, or with a dusting of powdered sugar for garnish if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2032 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 30.7 g | 39% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.6 g | 23% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 220 mg | 73% | |
| Sodium | 1362 mg | 59% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 424.8 g | 154% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 20.6 g | 74% | |
| Total Sugars | 249.9 g | ||
| Protein | 34.1 g | 68% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.3 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 188 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 13.0 mg | 72% | |
| Potassium | 1492 mg | 32% | |
*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.
