Kittencal's Low Fat Chocolate or White Cake

Satisfy your sweet tooth guilt-free with Kittencal's Low Fat Chocolate or White Cake, a versatile and healthier dessert option perfect for any occasion. Made with unsweetened applesauce and egg whites, this light and fluffy cake comes together with minimal fat while maintaining a rich, tender texture. Customize it to your liking by adding cocoa powder for a decadent chocolate twist or leaving it out for a classic vanilla flavor. With just a handful of pantry staples and a quick prep time of 15 minutes, this low-fat cake is an easy, crowd-pleasing treat. Serve it plain or add a sprinkle of powdered sugar or a light frosting for an extra touch of sweetness. Whether you’re watching your calories or simply looking for a lighter dessert, this recipe delivers indulgence without compromise.

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
• 0.75 cup granulated sugar
• 0.25 cup unsweetened cocoa powder (optional, for chocolate cake)
• 1 tablespoon baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon baking soda
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 cup unsweetened applesauce
• 2 large egg whites
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 0.5 cup milk (low-fat or non-dairy alternative)
• 0.5 cup hot water
• 0 cooking spray or parchment paper (for pan preparation)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare an 8x8-inch baking pan by lightly greasing it with cooking spray or lining it with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, cocoa powder (if making chocolate cake), baking powder, baking soda, and salt until well combined.

Step 3

In a separate medium bowl, mix the unsweetened applesauce, egg whites, vanilla extract, and milk until smooth.

Step 4

Slowly add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, stirring gently until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.

Step 5

Stir in the hot water gradually, ensuring the batter is smooth. It will be slightly runny, which is normal.

Step 6

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

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 28–32 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 about 10 minutes. Then, transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely before serving.

Step 9

Optional: Dust the cooled cake with powdered sugar or top with a light frosting of your choice (be mindful of added fat if keeping the recipe low-fat).

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(838.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1533.1

Total Fat 11.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 5.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 5mg	0%
Sodium 2746.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 352.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 27.7g	0%
Total Sugars 170.1g
Protein 41.8g	0%

Vitamin D 60IU	0%
Calcium 269.9mg	0%
Iron 13.5mg	0%
Potassium 1202.2mg	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: 6.3%

Protein: 9.9%

Carbs: 83.8%