Weight Watchers Pistachio Cake
Indulge your sweet tooth without the guilt with this Weight Watchers Pistachio Cake, a moist and flavorful dessert that's as easy to make as it is delicious. Featuring a clever combination of sugar-free pistachio pudding mix, yellow cake mix, and unsweetened applesauce, this lightened-up recipe skips the heavy fats while delivering a tender, nutty crumb. With just 10 minutes of prep time, it’s the perfect treat for any occasion, whether you're hosting a gathering or simply treating yourself. Topped with optional low-fat whipped topping and a sprinkle of chopped pistachios for added texture, this cake is both elegant and Weight Watchers friendly, making it an irresistible dessert for conscious eaters. Ideal keywords: "Weight Watchers Pistachio Cake," "light dessert recipe," "low-fat pistachio cake."
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Ingredients
- 1 box (1 oz) Sugar-free pistachio pudding mix
- 1 box (15.25 oz) Yellow cake mix
- 3 large Eggs
- 0.5 cup Unsweetened applesauce
- 1 cup Water
- 1 cup Low-fat whipped topping (optional, for garnish)
- 2 tablespoons Chopped pistachios (optional, for garnish)
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking pan with non-stick cooking spray or line it with parchment paper.
Step 2
In a large mixing bowl, combine the pistachio pudding mix and yellow cake mix. Whisk them together to ensure they are well blended.
Step 3
Add the eggs, unsweetened applesauce, and water to the bowl. Use a hand mixer or whisk to beat the mixture until smooth and combined, about 2-3 minutes.
Step 4
Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread it evenly.
Step 5
Bake in the preheated oven for 28-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.
Step 6
Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool completely in the pan on a wire rack.
Step 7
If desired, spread low-fat whipped topping evenly over the cooled cake and sprinkle chopped pistachios on top for garnish.
Step 8
Slice into 12 equal servings and enjoy your delicious Weight Watchers Pistachio Cake!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1227.3g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2556.3 |
| Total Fat 85.8g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 25.2g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 558mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2848.0mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 440.8g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 7.2g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 247.7g | |
| Protein 44.8g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 123IU | 0% |
| Calcium 550.8mg | 0% |
| Iron 10.3mg | 0% |
| Potassium 875.1mg | 0% |
Source of Calories