Description
Indulge guilt-free with our Best Healthy Chocolate Cake! This sugar-free, low-fat marvel uses applesauce for moistness, cocoa for rich flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 cup erythritol or stevia blend (granulated)
- 1 ½ teaspoons baking soda
- ½ cup unsweetened applesauce
- 1 cup skim milk (or unsweetened almond milk)
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon alcohol-free vanilla extract
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease and flour an 8-inch round cake pan or line with parchment paper.
- Step 2: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, unsweetened cocoa powder, erythritol (or stevia blend), and baking soda until thoroughly combined.
- Step 3: In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the unsweetened applesauce, skim milk, eggs, and vanilla powder until the mixture is smooth.
- Step 4: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Mix with a spatula or whisk until just combined, being careful not to overmix. Overmixing can result in a dense cake.
- Step 5: Pour the batter evenly into the prepared cake pan. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.
- Step 6: Let the cake cool in the pan on a wire rack for 10-15 minutes before carefully inverting it onto the wire rack to cool completely before frosting or serving.
Notes
- Keep your healthy indulgence fresh by storing leftover slices in an airtight container; they'll stay wonderfully moist at room temperature for a couple of days, or happily in the fridge for up to 4-5 days.
- If enjoying a refrigerated slice, allow it to come to room temperature naturally for 15-20 minutes, or give it a quick 10-second microwave zap for a hint of warmth that brings out the chocolate flavor.
- Pair a slice with a spoonful of plain Greek yogurt and a sprinkle of fresh berries for added protein and a refreshing tartness that complements the rich chocolate.
- The secret to this cake's tender crumb is gentle mixing; stop as soon as the wet and dry ingredients are just combined to avoid overworking the gluten, which can lead to a dense texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approx. 75g)
- Calories: 190
- Sodium: 190mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Protein: 0g