Sugar-Free Bran Cake

Indulge guilt-free with this wholesome and naturally sweetened Sugar-Free Bran Cake, a healthier twist on a classic favorite! Packed with fiber-rich wheat bran, whole wheat flour, and nutrient-dense ingredients like unsweetened applesauce and ripe bananas, this cake skips the added sugar without compromising on flavor. A warming hint of cinnamon, crunchy chopped walnuts, and chewy raisins add delightful texture to every bite. Perfectly moist, it comes together in just 15 minutes of prep time and bakes to golden perfection in 35 minutes. Ideal for breakfast, a snack, or dessert, this sugar-free bran cake is a satisfying treat that’s both heart-healthy and kid-approved. Enjoy it fresh out of the oven or as a make-ahead option that stores beautifully for up to three days.

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 1 cup wheat bran
• 1 cup whole wheat flour
• 1.5 teaspoons baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoons baking soda
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 1 cup unsweetened applesauce
• 2 medium ripe bananas, mashed
• 2 large eggs
• 0.5 cup unsweetened almond milk
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 0.5 cup chopped walnuts
• 0.5 cup raisins

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the wheat bran, whole wheat flour, baking powder, baking soda, ground cinnamon, and salt. Stir to mix well.

Step 3

In a separate bowl, mash the bananas until smooth. Add the unsweetened applesauce, eggs, almond milk, and vanilla extract. Whisk until thoroughly combined.

Step 4

Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and gently mix until just combined. Do not overmix.

Step 5

Fold in the chopped walnuts and raisins into the batter using a spatula.

Step 6

Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan, spreading it evenly with the 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

Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then, transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 9

Slice and serve the cake once cooled. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1040.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1667.3

Total Fat 55.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 7.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.7g
Cholesterol 372mg	0%
Sodium 2733.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 285.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 58.1g	0%
Total Sugars 108.3g
Protein 54.2g	0%

Vitamin D 125.9IU	0%
Calcium 488.4mg	0%
Iron 17.4mg	0%
Potassium 3260.6mg	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: 27.0%

Protein: 11.6%

Carbs: 61.3%