Low Fat Zebra Cake

Indulge your sweet tooth guilt-free with this irresistible Low Fat Zebra Cake, a lightened-up twist on the classic treat. This visually stunning cake features an eye-catching striped pattern created by alternating layers of vanilla and cocoa batters, ensuring a slice that’s as gorgeous as it is delicious. Made with wholesome ingredients like unsweetened applesauce, egg whites, and low-fat milk, it’s a healthier dessert option that doesn’t skimp on flavor. Perfectly moist and delicately sweet, this easy-to-make cake comes together in just under an hour, making it ideal for casual gatherings or an elegant after-dinner dessert. Try serving it with a dollop of low-fat yogurt or fresh fruit for a finishing touch!

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 180 grams All-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons Baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 120 grams Unsweetened applesauce
• 100 grams Granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoons Vanilla extract
• 3 Egg whites
• 180 milliliters Low-fat milk
• 2 tablespoons Unsweetened cocoa powder

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9-inch round cake pan or line it with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, combine the unsweetened applesauce and sugar. Whisk until well blended. Add the vanilla extract and egg whites, and continue whisking until the mixture is smooth and slightly frothy.

Step 4

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the low-fat milk, starting and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix just until combined. Avoid overmixing to keep the batter light.

Step 5

Divide the batter evenly into two bowls. In one bowl, add the cocoa powder and stir until fully incorporated.

Step 6

Spoon 2 tablespoons of the plain batter into the center of the prepared cake pan. Then, spoon 2 tablespoons of the cocoa batter directly on top of the plain batter. Continue alternating between the two batters, always placing each spoonful in the center. The batter will spread outward, creating a zebra-like pattern.

Step 7

Once all the batter is used, gently tap the pan on the counter to release any air bubbles and smooth the surface.

Step 8

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

Step 9

Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing and serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(706.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1275.2

Total Fat 7.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 3.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 14.4mg	0%
Sodium 2337.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 273.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 10.1g	0%
Total Sugars 121.4g
Protein 37.5g	0%

Vitamin D 75.6IU	0%
Calcium 274.8mg	0%
Iron 10.4mg	0%
Potassium 616.3mg	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: 4.9%

Protein: 11.5%

Carbs: 83.6%