Enjoy the taste of a moist and flavorful applesauce cake without the added sugar. This sugarless applesauce cake is a healthier option that doesn't compromise on taste. Made with natural sweeteners and a blend of warm spices, this cake is perfect for dessert or even breakfast. It's easy to make and will satisfy your cravings without the guilt. Give this recipe a try and enjoy a guilt-free treat that everyone will love.
Ingredients
- 2 cups whole wheat flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 1/2 cup pure maple syrup
- 1/4 cup coconut oil, melted
- 2 eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup grated apple
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
Directions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch round cake pan with coconut oil.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the whole wheat flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves. Set aside.
- In a separate large bowl, combine the applesauce, maple syrup, coconut oil, eggs, and vanilla extract. Mix well until fully combined.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Fold in the grated apple and chopped walnuts or pecans if desired.
- Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Once cooled, you can serve the cake as is or dust with powdered sugar for a decorative touch.
- Enjoy the sugarless applesauce cake with a cup of tea or your favorite hot beverage.
Interesting Facts
Applesauce can be used as a substitute for oil or butter in baking recipes to reduce the fat content.
This recipe uses whole wheat flour instead of refined white flour, making it a healthier choice.
The natural sweetness of applesauce and maple syrup eliminates the need for added sugar in this cake.
You can customize this recipe by adding raisins, dried cranberries, or grated carrots for additional flavor and texture.