Description
Indulge in a guilt-free treat with this healthy chocolate cake recipe! This moist and delicious cake is made with wholesome ingredients, perfect for satisfying your sweet cravings without the added sugar and unhealthy fats.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup almond flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
- 1/2 cup dark chocolate chips (70% cacao or higher)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 8-inch round cake pan.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the almond flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, combine the applesauce, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and almond milk.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Fold in the dark chocolate chips.
- Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes before inverting it onto a wire rack to cool completely.
- Optional: Frost with a healthy chocolate frosting or enjoy plain.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, use a high-quality cocoa powder.
- You can substitute the almond milk with any other milk of your choice.
- Feel free to add other mix-ins like chopped nuts or berries.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30-35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 15g
- Fat: 15g
- Protein: 5g