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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