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.
