Low Fat Apricot Cake

Indulge guilt-free with this delectable Low Fat Apricot Cake, a perfect balance of natural sweetness and wholesome ingredients. Bursting with tender pieces of dried apricots, this cake is kept moist and flavorful thanks to a blend of unsweetened applesauce, low-fat yogurt, and a hint of vanilla. Ideal for health-conscious bakers, this recipe uses skim milk and minimal sugar to deliver a light yet satisfying dessert that’s easy on the calories. Ready in just 50 minutes, including prep time, it’s perfect for a quick treat or a weekend baking project. Whether served as a standalone dessert or paired with a dollop of fat-free yogurt, this cake promises to delight your taste buds while keeping things light. Perfect for those searching for a "low-calorie apricot dessert" or "healthy fruit cake recipes"!

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 150 grams dried apricots
• 100 grams unsweetened applesauce
• 100 grams plain low-fat yogurt
• 80 grams granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 large eggs
• 200 grams all-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 60 ml skim milk

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9-inch round cake pan with non-stick cooking spray or line it with parchment paper.

Step 2

Finely chop the dried apricots and set them aside.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, combine the unsweetened applesauce, low-fat yogurt, and granulated sugar. Mix until well combined.

Step 4

Add the vanilla extract and eggs to the mixture, beating well to incorporate.

Step 5

Sift together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt in a separate bowl.

Step 6

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

Step 7

Stir in the chopped apricots and skim milk until the batter is smooth and the apricots are evenly distributed.

Step 8

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

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.

Step 10

Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 11

Once cooled, slice and serve. Enjoy your delicious low-fat apricot cake!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(808.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1680.1

Total Fat 13.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 4.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 379.6mg	0%
Sodium 2324.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 353.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 18.2g	0%
Total Sugars 164.6g
Protein 46.0g	0%

Vitamin D 161.1IU	0%
Calcium 427.3mg	0%
Iron 14.3mg	0%
Potassium 2395.1mg	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: 7.1%

Protein: 10.7%

Carbs: 82.2%