Low Fat Moist Pumpkin Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting

Indulge in the guilt-free decadence of this Low Fat Moist Pumpkin Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting—a fall-inspired dessert that’s as light as it is luscious. Made with wholesome ingredients like pumpkin puree, unsweetened applesauce, and non-fat Greek yogurt, this cake delivers incredible moisture and rich flavor while keeping the calories in check. Warm spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger infuse every bite with autumnal charm, while a dreamy fat-free cream cheese frosting adds just the right touch of tangy sweetness. Ready in under an hour, this easy-to-make, healthier dessert is perfect for holiday gatherings, weeknight treats, or whenever you crave a classic pumpkin dessert with a lighter twist.

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 0.5 teaspoon ground ginger
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup pumpkin puree
• 0.75 cup sugar
• 0.5 cup unsweetened applesauce
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 0.5 cup non-fat Greek yogurt
• 8 ounces fat-free cream cheese
• 1 cup powdered sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract for frosting

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13 inch baking pan and set aside.

Step 2

In a medium bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, baking soda, baking powder, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, ground ginger, and salt.

Step 3

In a large bowl, combine pumpkin puree, sugar, unsweetened applesauce, eggs, vanilla extract, and non-fat Greek yogurt until well mixed.

Step 4

Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet mixture and stir until just combined. Ensure there are no lumps, but do not over-mix.

Step 5

Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread evenly.

Step 6

Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.

Step 7

Allow the cake to cool completely on a wire rack.

Step 8

For the cream cheese frosting, beat the fat-free cream cheese in a medium bowl until smooth and creamy.

Step 9

Gradually add in the powdered sugar and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract, mixing well until smooth.

Step 10

Once the cake is completely cooled, spread the cream cheese frosting evenly over the top of the cake.

Step 11

Slice the cake and serve. Enjoy your low-fat, moist pumpkin cake!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1287.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2406.7

Total Fat 19.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 5.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.9g
Cholesterol 420.9mg	0%
Sodium 4732.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 468.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 14.8g	0%
Total Sugars 300.2g
Protein 77.9g	0%

Vitamin D 80IU	0%
Calcium 609.6mg	0%
Iron 14.4mg	0%
Potassium 1921.1mg	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: 7.5%

Protein: 13.2%

Carbs: 79.3%