Poppy Seed Cake Low Fat
Delight your taste buds with this luscious yet guilt-free Low-Fat Poppy Seed Cake, a perfect balance of lightness and flavor. This moist and tender cake is crafted with wholesome ingredients like protein-packed Greek yogurt, unsweetened applesauce, and fluffy egg whites, making it lower in fat without sacrificing taste. The nutty crunch of poppy seeds infuses every bite, while a hint of vanilla adds a warm, comforting aroma. Ready in under 45 minutes, this easy-to-make dessert is perfect for any occasion, whether enjoyed plain or with a light dusting of powdered sugar for a touch of elegance. Ideal for health-conscious bakers, this cake offers a delightful way to indulge while staying mindful of fat content. Try it today for a simple yet sophisticated treat your whole family will love!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups All-purpose flour
- 0.25 cups Poppy seeds
- 1.5 teaspoons Baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoons Baking soda
- 0.25 teaspoons Salt
- 2 large Egg whites
- 0.5 cups Unsweetened applesauce
- 0.5 cups Low-fat plain Greek yogurt
- 1 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 0.75 cups Granulated sugar
- 0.25 cups Low-fat milk
- 2 tablespoons Powdered sugar (optional, for dusting)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9-inch round cake pan or line it with parchment paper.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, poppy seeds, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk the egg whites until frothy. Add the applesauce, Greek yogurt, vanilla extract, and granulated sugar, stirring until well combined.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the low-fat milk. Mix until just combined. Do not overmix.
Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
Bake in the preheated oven for 28-30 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, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Once cooled, dust with powdered sugar if desired. Slice and serve!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1603 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 13.1 g | 17% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.4 g | 17% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 17 mg | 6% | |
| Sodium | 2084 mg | 91% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 334.2 g | 122% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.7 g | 35% | |
| Total Sugars | 185.6 g | ||
| Protein | 43.3 g | 87% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.6 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 508 mg | 39% | |
| Iron | 10.5 mg | 58% | |
| Potassium | 700 mg | 15% | |
*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.
