No Fat Old Fashioned Apple Cake

Indulge in the guilt-free pleasure of this No Fat Old Fashioned Apple Cake, a wholesome treat that’s brimming with the natural sweetness of apples and warm spices. Made with unsweetened applesauce as a clever fat substitute, this moist and tender cake is packed with diced apples for a burst of fruity freshness in every bite. With no added oils or butter, it’s a lighter dessert option that doesn’t skimp on flavor. Optional raisins and walnuts add a delightful texture, while the simple mix-and-bake process makes it perfect for both beginner and seasoned bakers. Ready in under an hour and ideal for an afternoon snack or casual dessert, this old-fashioned recipe proves that comfort food can be healthy and delicious. It’s fall baking at its finest—without the guilt!

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups All-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Baking soda
• 1.5 teaspoons Ground cinnamon
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 1 cup Unsweetened applesauce
• 1 large Egg
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 0.75 cup Granulated sugar
• 1.5 cups Apple (peeled, cored, and diced)
• 0.5 cup Raisins (optional)
• 0.25 cup Chopped walnuts (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease an 8x8-inch baking pan with nonstick cooking spray or line it with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, ground cinnamon, and salt until well combined.

Step 3

In a separate large mixing bowl, whisk together the unsweetened applesauce, large egg, vanilla extract, and granulated sugar until smooth and pale in color.

Step 4

Gradually add the dry flour mixture to the wet mixture, mixing gently until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.

Step 5

Fold in the diced apple, raisins (if using), and chopped walnuts (if using), ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the batter.

Step 6

Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread it evenly using a spatula.

Step 7

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

Step 8

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

Step 9

Cut into 8 equal slices and serve as is, or with a dusting of powdered sugar for garnish if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(998.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2032.5

Total Fat 30.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 4.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.0g
Cholesterol 219.5mg	0%
Sodium 1361.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 424.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 20.6g	0%
Total Sugars 249.9g
Protein 34.1g	0%

Vitamin D 53.8IU	0%
Calcium 188.1mg	0%
Iron 13.0mg	0%
Potassium 1492.4mg	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: 13.1%

Protein: 6.5%

Carbs: 80.5%