Low Fat Caramel Cake

Indulge in the rich, decadent flavors of caramel without the guilt with this Low Fat Caramel Cake! This delightful dessert combines light, fluffy layers of cake made with unsweetened applesauce and low-fat buttermilk for a moist and tender crumb, all balanced perfectly with the warm sweetness of caramel extract. Topped with a creamy reduced-fat cream cheese frosting and a drizzle of light caramel sauce, this treat delivers all the indulgence of a classic caramel cake while keeping things lighter on calories. Perfect for health-conscious bakers or anyone seeking a lighter dessert option, this low-fat caramel cake is easy to make and ready in under an hour, making it an ideal choice for celebrations or casual weeknight treats. Enjoy its sweet simplicity without compromising your healthy lifestyle!

Nutriscore Rating: 57/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 10

Ingredients

• 200 grams All-purpose flour
• 1.5 teaspoons Baking powder
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 120 ml Unsweetened applesauce
• 150 grams Brown sugar
• 2 large Egg whites
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 240 ml Low-fat buttermilk
• 1 teaspoon Caramel extract
• 100 grams Reduced-fat cream cheese
• 100 grams Icing sugar
• 2 tablespoons Light caramel sauce

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan or line it with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.

Step 3

In a large bowl, mix together the unsweetened applesauce and brown sugar until well combined.

Step 4

Add the egg whites one at a time, beating well after each addition. Mix in the vanilla extract.

Step 5

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the low-fat buttermilk, beginning and ending with the flour mixture. Mix until just combined.

Step 6

Stir in the caramel extract.

Step 7

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

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 9

While the cake is baking, prepare the frosting. In a small bowl, beat the reduced-fat cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add the icing sugar and continue to beat until creamy and smooth.

Step 10

Once the cake is baked, let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then remove from the pan and let it cool completely on a wire rack.

Step 11

Once the cake is completely cool, spread the cream cheese frosting evenly over the top of the cake.

Step 12

Drizzle the light caramel sauce over the frosting using a spoon for a decorative effect.

Step 13

Slice and serve the low-fat caramel cake, enjoying the sweet and smooth flavors with family and friends!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1035.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2205.4

Total Fat 20.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 10.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.7g
Cholesterol 64.1mg	0%
Sodium 2097.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 467.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 6.8g	0%
Total Sugars 301.8g
Protein 43.9g	0%

Vitamin D 140.8IU	0%
Calcium 609.0mg	0%
Iron 11.1mg	0%
Potassium 1266.8mg	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: 8.1%

Protein: 7.9%

Carbs: 84.0%