Virtually Fat Free Chocolate Cake
Indulge your sweet tooth guilt-free with this Virtually Fat Free Chocolate Cake, a decadent yet wholesome dessert that’s light on fat but big on flavor. This moist and tender cake swaps traditional butter and oil for unsweetened applesauce, while low-fat buttermilk and egg whites keep it deliciously luscious. Rich cocoa powder delivers an intense chocolate taste, and a dash of vanilla adds the perfect finishing touch. With just 15 minutes of prep time, this easy-to-make, crowd-pleasing cake is perfect for any occasion. Serve it plain, dusted with powdered sugar, or topped with fresh berries for a naturally sweet twist. If you're seeking a healthier chocolate cake recipe that satisfies your cravings without the extra calories, this is your go-to choice!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.25 cups All-purpose flour
- 0.33 cup Unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon Baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Baking soda
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 1 cup Granulated sugar
- 0.75 cup Unsweetened applesauce
- 0.5 cup Low-fat buttermilk
- 2 large Egg whites
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 0.5 cup Boiling water
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9-inch round cake pan or line it with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, sift together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Whisk to combine evenly.
In another bowl, whisk the granulated sugar, unsweetened applesauce, buttermilk, egg whites, and vanilla extract until smooth and well blended.
Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing gently until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
Slowly stir the boiling water into the batter. The mixture will be thin—this is normal. Stir until smooth.
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 comes out clean.
Once baked, remove the cake from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then, transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Serve as is or garnish with a light dusting of powdered sugar or fresh fruit for added sweetness.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1674 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 13.8 g | 18% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.2 g | 36% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 5 mg | 2% | |
| Sodium | 1913 mg | 83% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 394.1 g | 143% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 34.4 g | 123% | |
| Total Sugars | 226.1 g | ||
| Protein | 42.6 g | 85% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.6 mcg | 8% | |
| Calcium | 269 mg | 21% | |
| Iron | 20.1 mg | 112% | |
| Potassium | 1793 mg | 38% | |
*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.
