Basic No-Fat Chocolate Cake Recipe

Name: Basic No-Fat Chocolate Cake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 c. evaporated skim milk; 3/4 c. unsweetened cocoa powder; 1 c. unsweetened applesauce; 1 Tbsp. vanilla extract; 2 c. all-purpose flour; 1 1/2 c. granulated sugar; 1/2 tsp. baking powder; 1/2 tsp. baking soda; 1/2 tsp. salt; whites from 4 large eggs at room temperature

Servings: persons

1
Heat oven to 350u00b0.
2
Prepare pan(s) as directed in recipes. Heat evaporated milk in a medium size saucepan until barely simmering.
3
Remove from heat and whisk in cocoa until thickened and almost smooth (some tiny lumps will remain).
4
Let stand 2 to 3 minutes to cool slightly.
5
Whisk in applesauce and vanilla extract. Mix flour, 1 1/4 cups sugar, the baking powder, baking soda and salt in large bowl.
6
Beat egg whites in medium size bowl with electric mixer on high until thick and foamy.
7
Gradually beat in remaining 1/4 cup sugar until stiff peaks form when beaters are lifted.
8
Pour cocoa mixture over flour.
9
Stir just until blended. With a rubber spatula gently stir about 1/4 egg whites into flour mixture.
10
Fold in remaining egg whites until no white streaks remain.
11
Pour into prepared pans.
12
Bake until pick inserted near center comes out clean.
13
Cool on rack 10 minutes.

951

kcal

Calories

Fat

219

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 c. evaporated skim milk, 3/4 c. unsweetened cocoa powder, 1 c. unsweetened applesauce, 1 Tbsp. vanilla extract, and more.

Yes, Basic No-Fat Chocolate Cake falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Basic No-Fat Chocolate Cake

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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