Low Fat Chocolate Orange Cake
Indulge guilt-free with this Low Fat Chocolate Orange Cake—a deliciously moist and zesty dessert that combines the rich decadence of cocoa with the bright, citrusy notes of fresh orange juice and zest. Perfect for health-conscious dessert lovers, this recipe swaps heavy ingredients for low-fat yogurt and a lighter sugar content, without compromising on flavor. Enhanced by bits of luscious dark chocolate chips, every bite strikes a perfect harmony of sweetness and tang. Ready in just 45 minutes from start to finish, this simple yet impressive cake is ideal for gatherings, weeknight treats, or afternoon tea. Serve it as is or with a light dusting of powdered sugar for a stunning finish! Enjoy a slice of this healthier, flavorful twist on a classic chocolate cake.
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Ingredients
- 150 grams all-purpose flour
- 30 grams unsweetened cocoa powder
- 0.5 teaspoons baking soda
- 1 teaspoons baking powder
- 0.25 teaspoons salt
- 100 grams granulated sugar
- 125 milliliters freshly squeezed orange juice
- 100 grams low-fat yogurt
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoons orange zest
- 50 grams dark chocolate chips
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C). Lightly grease a 9-inch round cake pan and line the bottom with parchment paper.
Step 2
In a large bowl, sift together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
Step 3
In another medium bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar, orange juice, low-fat yogurt, eggs, and vanilla extract until smooth.
Step 4
Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix gently until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
Step 5
Fold in the orange zest and dark chocolate chips until evenly distributed.
Step 6
Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan, smoothing the top with a spatula.
Step 7
Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 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, then turn it out onto a wire rack to cool completely.
Step 9
Once cooled, the cake can be served as is or dusted lightly with powdered sugar for an added touch.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (682.4g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1523.1 |
| Total Fat 32.8g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 15.1g | 0% |
| Cholesterol 378.6mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1888.0mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 287.9g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 20.0g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 140.5g | |
| Protein 43.6g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 135.9IU | 0% |
| Calcium 367.3mg | 0% |
| Iron 17.6mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1565.0mg | 0% |
Source of Calories