Healthy Chocolate Cake

Indulge guilt-free with this Healthy Chocolate Cake, a moist and decadent dessert packed with wholesome ingredients. Made with a blend of whole wheat and almond flour, this cake is naturally sweetened with maple syrup or honey and includes Greek yogurt and unsweetened applesauce for a tender, melt-in-your-mouth texture. Rich cocoa powder provides a deep chocolate flavor, while optional dark chocolate chips add bursts of extra sweetness. This chocolate cake is dairy-free (using almond milk) and perfect for health-conscious bakers looking for a clean yet satisfying treat. Ready in just 40 minutes, it’s an ideal dessert for family gatherings, birthdays, or any occasion that calls for something sweet and nutritious. Garnish with fresh berries or a dollop of Greek yogurt for an elegant finish! Keywords: healthy chocolate cake, guilt-free dessert, whole wheat chocolate cake, clean eating dessert, moist chocolate cake.

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 1 cup Whole wheat flour
• 0.5 cup Almond flour
• 0.5 cup Cocoa powder (unsweetened)
• 1 teaspoon Baking soda
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 2 Eggs
• 0.5 cup Unsweetened applesauce
• 0.5 cup Maple syrup (or honey)
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 0.5 cup Greek yogurt (plain, non-fat)
• 0.5 cup Almond milk (unsweetened)
• 0.25 cup Dark chocolate chips (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8-inch round cake pan or line it with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the whole wheat flour, almond flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, and salt until well combined.

Step 3

In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs until slightly frothy, then add the applesauce, maple syrup (or honey), vanilla extract, and Greek yogurt. Mix until smooth.

Step 4

Gradually add the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, stirring until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.

Step 5

Slowly pour in the almond milk while stirring to achieve a smooth batter. If using dark chocolate chips, fold them in at this stage.

Step 6

Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and level it out with a spatula.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 22-25 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 10-15 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 9

Serve as is, or garnish with fresh berries, a dusting of cocoa powder, or a dollop of Greek yogurt for additional flavor!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	946 grams (946.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1861

Total Fat 72.10g	92%
Saturated Fat 25.40g	127%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 376mg	125%
Sodium 2619mg	114%
Total Carbohydrate 301.80g	110%
Dietary Fiber 69.80g	249%
Total Sugars 118.70g
Protein 80.70g	161%

Vitamin D 132IU	660%
Calcium 822mg	63%
Iron 30mg	167%
Potassium 3393mg	72%

*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: 29.8%

Protein: 14.8%

Carbs: 55.4%