Low Fat Bolo de Milho

Indulge guilt-free with this Low Fat Bolo de Milho, a healthier twist on the traditional Brazilian corn cake. Made with wholesome cornmeal, low-fat milk, and naturally sweetened with unsweetened apple sauce, this recipe delivers rich, comforting flavor while cutting back on excess fat and calories. Olive oil takes the place of butter for a heart-friendly alternative, and the combination of vanilla and a hint of salt creates a perfectly balanced taste. Ready in under an hour, this moist and fluffy cake is ideal as an afternoon snack or a light dessert to share with family and friends. Simple to prepare yet irresistibly delicious, this lighter version of Bolo de Milho is your go-to treat for satisfying cravings without the guilt!

Nutriscore Rating: 61/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 10

Ingredients

• 150 grams cornmeal
• 50 grams all-purpose flour
• 100 grams granulated sugar
• 1 tablespoon baking powder
• 250 milliliters low-fat milk
• 100 grams unsweetened apple sauce
• 2 large eggs
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 0.5 teaspoon salt

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch round cake pan with a thin layer of olive oil or line it with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the cornmeal, all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt. Mix well to ensure all dry ingredients are evenly distributed.

Step 3

In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, low-fat milk, unsweetened apple sauce, olive oil, and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and homogenous.

Step 4

Gradually add the wet mixture to the dry ingredients, stirring gently with a spatula or wooden spoon until just combined. Avoid overmixing to prevent the cake from becoming dense.

Step 5

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

Step 6

Bake in the preheated oven for about 35-40 minutes or until the cake is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 7

Once baked, remove from the oven and allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 8

Slice the Bolo de Milho and serve as a delicious low-fat dessert or afternoon snack.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(799.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1717.8

Total Fat 49.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 11.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 392mg	0%
Sodium 2810.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 289.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 13.2g	0%
Total Sugars 123.1g
Protein 36.7g	0%

Vitamin D 187IU	0%
Calcium 379.2mg	0%
Iron 8.3mg	0%
Potassium 493.9mg	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: 25.3%

Protein: 8.4%

Carbs: 66.3%