Low Fat Banana Chocolate Cake

Indulge guilt-free with this moist and flavorful Low Fat Banana Chocolate Cake, a perfect balance of rich chocolate and natural banana sweetness. This health-conscious dessert swaps traditional fat-laden ingredients for wholesome alternatives like ripe bananas, unsweetened applesauce, and skim milk, delivering a tender crumb without the extra calories. A hint of vanilla and a sprinkle of mini chocolate chips elevate the flavor while keeping it light. Crafted with simple pantry staples, this easy cake comes together in just 15 minutes of prep time and bakes to perfection in under 40 minutes. Whether you're looking for a lighter dessert option or a sweet treat to pair with your afternoon coffee, this low-fat banana chocolate cake is sure to satisfy your cravings without compromising on taste.

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups All-purpose flour
• 0.5 cups Unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 teaspoon Baking soda
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 3 large Ripe bananas
• 0.75 cups Unsweetened applesauce
• 0.5 cup Packed light brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 1 Large egg
• 0.5 cup Skim milk
• 0.25 cup Mini chocolate chips

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9-inch round cake pan with cooking spray and line the bottom with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.

Step 3

In a large bowl, mash the bananas with a fork until smooth. Stir in the applesauce, brown sugar, and vanilla extract until well combined.

Step 4

Add the egg to the banana mixture and mix well. Slowly incorporate the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients, alternating with the skim milk until a smooth batter forms.

Step 5

Fold in the mini chocolate chips, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the batter.

Step 6

Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan, spreading it evenly with a spatula.

Step 7

Bake the cake for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 8

Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 9

Once cooled, slice the cake into 8 equal pieces and serve. Enjoy your low fat banana chocolate treat!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1195.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1980.0

Total Fat 30.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 15.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 189.7mg	0%
Sodium 2595.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 446.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 61.9g	0%
Total Sugars 188.1g
Protein 59.1g	0%

Vitamin D 94.7IU	0%
Calcium 461.6mg	0%
Iron 30.9mg	0%
Potassium 4004.3mg	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: 11.8%

Protein: 10.3%

Carbs: 77.9%