Chocolate Buttermilk Cake Fat Free or Low Fat

Indulge your chocolate cravings guilt-free with this irresistibly moist and tender Chocolate Buttermilk Cake, specially crafted to be low fat or fat free. Made with wholesome ingredients like non-fat buttermilk, unsweetened applesauce, and just a touch of granulated sugar, this cake delivers rich chocolate flavor without excess calories. The addition of hot water ensures a luscious, airy texture, while egg whites keep it light and fluffy. Perfect as a healthier dessert or a sweet midday treat, this easy-to-make recipe requires just 15 minutes of prep and bakes to perfection in under 30 minutes. Serve it plain or with a light dusting of powdered sugar for a satisfying slice of chocolatey goodness that won’t weigh you down!

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups All-purpose flour
• 0.5 cup Unsweetened cocoa powder
• 2 teaspoons Baking powder
• 1 teaspoon Baking soda
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 0.75 cup Granulated sugar
• 1 cup Non-fat buttermilk
• 0.5 cup Applesauce (unsweetened)
• 2 large Egg whites
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 0.5 cup Hot water

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease an 8x8-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, unsweetened cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Stir in the granulated sugar until evenly combined.

Step 3

In a separate bowl, whisk together the non-fat buttermilk, unsweetened applesauce, egg whites, and vanilla extract until smooth.

Step 4

Gradually pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, mixing gently until just combined. Avoid overmixing to ensure a tender cake.

Step 5

Slowly stir in the hot water. The batter will be thin, but this helps create a moist texture.

Step 6

Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and smooth the top with a spatula.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 28-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 8

Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 9

Slice into 12 equal pieces and serve as is or with a light dusting of powdered sugar for added sweetness.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1020.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1716.9

Total Fat 18.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 9.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 5mg	0%
Sodium 3123.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 393.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 49.2g	0%
Total Sugars 177.3g
Protein 57.7g	0%

Vitamin D 127.0IU	0%
Calcium 492.4mg	0%
Iron 27.8mg	0%
Potassium 2567.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 8.5%

Protein: 11.7%

Carbs: 79.8%