Low Fat Mohnkuchen (Poppy Seed Cake)

Indulge guilt-free with this Low Fat Mohnkuchen (Poppy Seed Cake), a light and wholesome twist on the classic German dessert. Bursting with the nutty flavor of poppy seeds and zesty notes of lemon, this cake achieves its soft, moist texture through the clever use of unsweetened applesauce and skim milk, keeping it low in fat without sacrificing richness. Perfectly spiced with hints of vanilla and naturally sweetened, it strikes a delicate balance between indulgence and health-conscious baking. Easy to prepare in under an hour, this poppy seed cake makes a delightful treat for brunches, teatime, or a light dessert when paired with low-fat Greek yogurt. A must-try for fans of guilt-free baking and wholesome flavors!

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 150 grams poppy seeds
• 250 ml skim milk
• 100 grams sugar
• 100 grams applesauce (unsweetened)
• 3 eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 150 grams all-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon lemon zest

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 180°C (356°F) and grease a 9-inch round cake tin with a little butter or line it with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a small saucepan, combine the poppy seeds and skim milk. Heat over medium heat until the mixture starts to simmer. Then, reduce the heat to low and let it cook, stirring occasionally, for about 5 minutes until the poppy seeds absorb the milk. Remove from heat and let it cool to room temperature.

Step 3

In a mixing bowl, whisk together the sugar, applesauce, and eggs until smooth and creamy.

Step 4

Add the vanilla extract and lemon zest to the egg mixture and mix well.

Step 5

In a separate bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add these dry ingredients to the wet mixture, folding gently until well combined.

Step 6

Add the cooled poppy seed mixture to the cake batter and fold until evenly distributed.

Step 7

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

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 40 to 45 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.

Step 9

Allow the cake to cool in the tin for about 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 10

Serve slices plain or with a dollop of low-fat Greek yogurt for an extra touch.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(930.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2104.4

Total Fat 79.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 11.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 565.7mg	0%
Sodium 2884.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 289.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 34.6g	0%
Total Sugars 128.8g
Protein 70.7g	0%

Vitamin D 236.4IU	0%
Calcium 2604.0mg	0%
Iron 24.3mg	0%
Potassium 1936.5mg	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: 33.2%

Protein: 13.1%

Carbs: 53.7%