Healthier Chocolate Cake
Chocolate cake dates back to ancient times, with the first recorded recipe dating back to 1764 in a British cookbook.
This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 80 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 11.
Healthier Chocolate Cake
Ingredients
Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan.
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In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
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In a separate bowl, mix together the applesauce, honey, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract.
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Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, stirring until just combined.
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Stir in the hot water until the batter is smooth.
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Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top.
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Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
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Remove from the oven and let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
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Once cooled, frost the cake with your favorite healthier frosting, if desired.
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Slice and serve.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 8
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 250kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 10g16%
- Total Carbohydrate 35g12%
- Sugars 20g
- Protein 4g8%
* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.
