Low Sodium Chocolate Cake Donuts
Indulge in guilt-free decadence with these Low Sodium Chocolate Cake Donuts—perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth while keeping your sodium intake in check! These tender, chocolatey baked donuts feature a rich combination of unsweetened cocoa powder, low-sodium baking powder, and a touch of unsweetened applesauce for natural moisture and flavor. Sweetened just right and optionally enhanced with low sodium dark chocolate chips, these donuts are a healthier take on a classic treat without sacrificing taste. With a quick prep time of just 15 minutes and a simple baking method, they're ideal for an easy breakfast, snack, or dessert. Serve them plain for a simple delight, or top with your favorite low sodium glaze for a touch of elegance. Perfect for chocolate lovers, this recipe is proof you can bake smarter without compromising on indulgence!
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Ingredients
- 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 0.5 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1.5 teaspoons baking powder (low-sodium)
- 0.25 teaspoon baking soda
- 0.75 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 0.75 cup low-fat buttermilk
- 0.25 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 0.25 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 0.5 cup dark chocolate chips (optional, low sodium)
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a donut pan with non-stick spray or butter.
Step 2
In a large bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, unsweetened cocoa powder, low-sodium baking powder, and baking soda. Add the granulated sugar and mix well.
Step 3
In another bowl, whisk together the large eggs, low-fat buttermilk, melted unsalted butter, vanilla extract, and unsweetened applesauce until well combined.
Step 4
Gently fold the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients using a spatula, being careful not to overmix. The batter should be smooth without any lumps.
Step 5
If using, fold in the low sodium dark chocolate chips into the batter until evenly distributed.
Step 6
Using a spoon or a piping bag, carefully fill each cavity of the donut pan about halfway with the batter.
Step 7
Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until the tops spring back when lightly touched.
Step 8
Allow the donuts to cool in the pan for about 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Step 9
Enjoy these delicious low sodium chocolate cake donuts as they are, or add your preferred low sodium glaze or topping.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (985.5g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2751.6 |
| Total Fat 114.1g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 64.2g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 508.7mg | 0% |
| Sodium 659.2mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 445.0g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 56.4g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 216.1g | |
| Protein 69.0g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 175.2IU | 0% |
| Calcium 531.9mg | 0% |
| Iron 37.7mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2884.8mg | 0% |
Source of Calories