This recipe is a healthier version of chocolate cake, as it uses whole wheat flour instead of all-purpose flour, and unsweetened cocoa powder. It also uses less sugar than traditional chocolate cake recipes.
Additionally, the use of almond milk and applesauce instead of butter or cream makes the cake lower in saturated fat and calories. This recipe is a great option for those who are looking to enjoy a delicious treat of chocolate cake while still watching their calorie intake.
Healthy chocolate cake step by step
You can also add other ingredients to make the cake more healthy, like using honey instead of sugar or using mashed bananas instead of oil. You can also add nuts, seeds, or dried fruits for extra flavor and nutrition.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup whole wheat flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 2 tbsp unsweetened applesauce
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp apple cider vinegar
- 1/2 cup dark chocolate chips (optional)
Directions:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch round cake pan.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the whole wheat flour, cocoa powder, granulated sugar, brown sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, mix together the almond milk, vegetable oil, applesauce, vanilla extract, and apple cider vinegar.
- Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
- Fold in the chocolate chips (if using).
- Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.
- Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Enjoy this healthy and simple chocolate cake as often as you like.
