Low Fat Chocolate Mocha Cake

Indulge in a guilt-free treat with this Low Fat Chocolate Mocha Cake, a delightful fusion of rich chocolate and bold coffee flavors. This recipe uses wholesome ingredients like unsweetened applesauce and low-fat buttermilk to deliver a moist, tender cake with significantly reduced fat content. Whipped egg whites add a light, airy texture, while a touch of instant coffee granules enhances the depth of the chocolatey goodness. Perfectly sweetened with just three-quarters of a cup of sugar, this cake is a satisfying yet health-conscious dessert option. Ready in under an hour, it’s ideal for any occasion—serve it dusted with powdered sugar or accompanied by a dollop of low-fat yogurt for an added touch of elegance. Perfect for coffee lovers and health-conscious dessert enthusiasts alike!

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups All-purpose flour
• 0.3 cups Unsweetened cocoa powder
• 0.75 cups Granulated sugar
• 1 tablespoon Instant coffee granules
• 1.5 teaspoons Baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Baking soda
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 0.75 cups Low-fat buttermilk
• 0.5 cups Brewed coffee (cooled)
• 0.5 cups Unsweetened applesauce
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 2 pieces Egg whites (from large eggs)
• 0 Cooking spray

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9-inch round cake pan lightly with cooking spray and dust with a light coating of cocoa powder, or line it with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, granulated sugar, instant coffee granules, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until well combined.

Step 3

In a separate bowl, mix the low-fat buttermilk, brewed coffee, unsweetened applesauce, and vanilla extract until thoroughly combined.

Step 4

Using a stand mixer or handheld mixer on low speed, gradually add the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined and no dry streaks remain. Avoid overmixing.

Step 5

In another clean bowl, whisk the egg whites until they form soft peaks. Gently fold the whipped egg whites into the batter using a spatula, being careful not to deflate them.

Step 6

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

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 28-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 8

Remove the cake from the oven and allow it to cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely before serving.

Step 9

Optional: Dust the cooled cake lightly with powdered sugar or serve with a dollop of low-fat yogurt for an extra touch.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(910.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1572.3

Total Fat 13.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 7.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 7.5mg	0%
Sodium 2203.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 359.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 32.0g	0%
Total Sugars 172.7g
Protein 46.7g	0%

Vitamin D 95.2IU	0%
Calcium 344.9mg	0%
Iron 20.4mg	0%
Potassium 2126.0mg	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: 7.2%

Protein: 10.7%

Carbs: 82.2%