Healthy Chocolate Cake: Indulgent Recipe for Guilt-Free Enjoyment
Indulge in a delicious chocolate cake that’s both healthy and satisfying.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Healthy
Ingredients
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- 1 cup whole wheat flour
- 1/2 cup cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup honey or maple syrup
- 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 1/2 cup almond milk
- 2 eggs
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine all dry ingredients.
- In another bowl, mix the wet ingredients.
- Combine the wet and dry ingredients and stir until smooth.
- Pour the batter into a greased cake pan.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let it cool before serving.
Notes
- Use dark chocolate for a richer flavor.
- Substitute honey with agave syrup for a vegan option.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10 grams
- Sodium: 200 mg
- Fat: 5 grams
- Saturated Fat: 1 gram
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 20 grams
- Fiber: 3 grams
- Protein: 5 grams
- Cholesterol: 50 mg
Keywords: Healthy Chocolate Cake, Guilt-Free Dessert, Healthy Baking