Low Fat Chocolate-Covered Cake

Indulge guilt-free with this Low Fat Chocolate-Covered Cake, a decadent yet healthier twist on a classic dessert. Made with unsweetened applesauce and low-fat yogurt, this moist and fluffy cake keeps the richness without piling on unnecessary calories. A sinfully smooth chocolate coating, crafted from semi-sweet chocolate chips and low-fat milk, adds a luscious finishing touch. Perfectly balanced with natural sweetness and rich cocoa flavor, this dessert is ideal for satisfying your chocolate cravings while staying mindful of your diet. Ready in under an hour and easy to prepare, this lightened-up treat is a crowd-pleaser you’ll love serving at special occasions or enjoying as an everyday indulgence.

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 10

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups All-purpose flour
• 0.5 cup Unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 teaspoon Baking soda
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 1 cup Granulated sugar
• 0.5 cup Applesauce, unsweetened
• 0.25 cup Low-fat yogurt
• 3 large Egg whites
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 0.5 cup Hot water
• 0.75 cup Semi-sweet chocolate chips
• 2 tablespoons Low-fat milk

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease an 8-inch round cake pan with a light coating of non-stick spray.

Step 2

In a medium bowl, sift together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, combine the granulated sugar, applesauce, yogurt, and vanilla extract. Whisk until the mixture is smooth.

Step 4

Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, stirring gently until just combined.

Step 5

Carefully fold the egg whites into the batter until well incorporated.

Step 6

Stir in the hot water until the batter is smooth and evenly mixed.

Step 7

Pour the cake batter into the prepared cake pan, smoothing the top with a spatula.

Step 8

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

Step 9

While the cake is baking, prepare the chocolate coating by melting the semi-sweet chocolate chips with low-fat milk in a heatproof bowl over a pot of simmering water, stirring until smooth.

Step 10

Once the cake is baked, let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 11

Pour the melted chocolate over the cooled cake, spreading evenly to cover the entire surface.

Step 12

Allow the chocolate to set slightly before slicing and serving. Enjoy your low-fat chocolate-covered cake!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1069.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2469.3

Total Fat 54.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 32.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 6.4mg	0%
Sodium 2676.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 518.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 57.6g	0%
Total Sugars 289.5g
Protein 66.2g	0%

Vitamin D 46.9IU	0%
Calcium 352.0mg	0%
Iron 30.8mg	0%
Potassium 2418.1mg	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: 17.3%

Protein: 9.4%

Carbs: 73.4%