Low Fat Gingerbread Cake

Indulge in the cozy, spiced flavors of this Low Fat Gingerbread Cake, a guilt-free twist on a beloved classic. Perfectly moist and naturally sweetened with applesauce, honey, and molasses, this holiday-inspired dessert skips the butter and oil while still delivering rich, warm notes of ginger, cinnamon, and cloves. The addition of nonfat Greek yogurt and low-fat milk ensures a tender crumb without compromising on flavor or texture. Ready in just 50 minutes from start to finish, this easy-to-make cake is baked in a convenient 8x8 pan, making it an ideal treat for festive gatherings or quiet afternoons with a cup of tea. Garnish with a light dusting of powdered sugar or a dollop of low-fat whipped cream for the perfect finishing touch. Healthy, delicious, and satisfying—this gingerbread cake proves you don’t have to sacrifice flavor to eat lighter!

Nutriscore Rating: 59/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 9

Ingredients

• 1.75 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 2 teaspoons ground ginger
• 1.5 teaspoons ground cinnamon
• 0.25 teaspoons ground cloves
• 0.25 teaspoons ground nutmeg
• 0.25 teaspoons salt
• 0.5 cup unsweetened applesauce
• 0.5 cup honey
• 0.5 cup molasses
• 1 large egg
• 0.25 cup nonfat plain Greek yogurt
• 0.5 cup low-fat milk
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease an 8x8-inch baking dish or line it with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, ground ginger, cinnamon, cloves, nutmeg, and salt until well combined.

Step 3

In a separate medium bowl, combine the unsweetened applesauce, honey, molasses, and egg. Whisk until the mixture is smooth and well blended.

Step 4

Add the Greek yogurt, milk, and vanilla extract to the wet ingredients. Mix well to ensure a smooth consistency.

Step 5

Gradually pour the wet ingredients into the bowl with the dry ingredients. Stir with a spatula or wooden spoon until just combined. Do not overmix.

Step 6

Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish, spreading it evenly with a spatula.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.

Step 8

Once baked, 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

Slice into 9 squares and enjoy! For an extra touch, dust lightly with powdered sugar or serve with a dollop of low-fat whipped cream.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(868.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1875.3

Total Fat 13.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 4.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.1g
Cholesterol 232.2mg	0%
Sodium 2115.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 406.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 9.8g	0%
Total Sugars 237.6g
Protein 39.8g	0%

Vitamin D 104.2IU	0%
Calcium 658.5mg	0%
Iron 19.7mg	0%
Potassium 2918.4mg	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: 6.3%

Protein: 8.3%

Carbs: 85.3%