Healthy Chocolate Cake

Healthy Chocolate Cake (Fat Free AND Sugar Free!)

Introduction

If you’re craving chocolate cake but want to stay guilt-free, this is the recipe for you. Imagine biting into a moist, tender slice of rich chocolate cake—without any butter, eggs, or sugar! This cake is entirely vegan, gluten-free if needed, and surprisingly indulgent despite being fat-free and sugar-free. Perfect for breakfast, a snack, or dessert, it’s simple to make and full of chocolatey flavor. With just a few wholesome ingredients, you can satisfy your sweet tooth without derailing your healthy eating goals.

Ingredients

Cake:

  • 1 ½ cups (180 g) all-purpose flour (use gluten-free if needed)
  • 1 cup (200 g) granulated sweetener of choice* (see notes)
  • ¼ cup (25 g) unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 teaspoon (5 g) baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon (3 g) salt
  • 1 tablespoon (15 ml) apple cider vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon (5 ml) vanilla extract
  • 6 tablespoons (90 g) unsweetened applesauce
  • 1 cup (240 ml) water

Optional Frosting:

  • Sugar-free chocolate frosting (recipe provided below or use your favorite healthy frosting)

Directions

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