Cran Apple Walnut Cake Lighter Version

Delight your taste buds with this wholesome Cran Apple Walnut Cake – Lighter Version, a healthier take on a classic comfort dessert. This easy-to-make recipe combines the tartness of fresh cranberries, the natural sweetness of diced apples, and the nutty crunch of walnuts, all wrapped in a tender, spiced cake. Made with a blend of all-purpose and whole wheat flours, unsweetened applesauce, and non-fat Greek yogurt, this cake is naturally sweetened with maple syrup for a guilt-free treat. Perfectly moist and bursting with warm cinnamon and nutmeg flavors, it’s the ideal dessert or snack for any occasion. Plus, it’s ready in under an hour, making it a quick and delicious option for busy days. Serve it as is or with a dollop of yogurt for a nutritious twist!

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
• 0.5 cups whole wheat flour
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoons baking soda
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 0.25 teaspoons ground nutmeg
• 0.25 teaspoons salt
• 0.5 cups unsweetened applesauce
• 0.5 cups plain Greek yogurt (non-fat or low-fat)
• 0.5 cups maple syrup
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 cup fresh cranberries (roughly chopped)
• 1 cup apple (peeled, cored, and diced)
• 0.5 cups walnuts (chopped)

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, whole wheat flour, baking powder, baking soda, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and salt until evenly combined.

Step 3

In another bowl, combine the unsweetened applesauce, Greek yogurt, and maple syrup. Mix until smooth.

Step 4

Add the eggs and vanilla extract to the wet ingredients and whisk until well combined.

Step 5

Gradually pour the wet ingredients into the bowl with the dry ingredients. Mix gently until just combined. Avoid overmixing, as this can result in a dense cake.

Step 6

Fold in the chopped cranberries, diced apple, and chopped walnuts until evenly distributed throughout the batter.

Step 7

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

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 9

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

Step 10

Slice and serve! This cake can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days or refrigerated for up to a week.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1092.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2117.1

Total Fat 53.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 6.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 376mg	0%
Sodium 2330.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 362.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 28.3g	0%
Total Sugars 146.4g
Protein 64.2g	0%

Vitamin D 82IU	0%
Calcium 315.2mg	0%
Iron 15.1mg	0%
Potassium 1419.8mg	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: 22.1%

Protein: 11.7%

Carbs: 66.2%