vegetarianhealth-consciouseasyPlan this recipeShare

Healthy Ingredient Cake

Indulge in a Cake That's Both Delicious and Nutritious

8servings
40 min
Easy
Worth the slow weekend prepMacros ready to logFeeds a hungry crew
Healthy Ingredient Cake

About this recipe

This healthy ingredient cake is a delightful treat made with wholesome components that promise both taste and nutrition. Perfect for celebrating any occasion guilt-free, it combines the richness of natural sweeteners with the wholesome goodness of whole grains and yogurt, making it suitable for health-conscious bakers.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup whole wheat flour
  • 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
  • 1/2 cup maple syrup
  • 1/4 cup avocado oil
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce

Directions

  1. 1

    Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).

  2. 2

    Grease and flour an 8-inch round cake pan.

  3. 3

    In a large bowl, whisk together whole wheat flour, baking soda, and salt.

  4. 4

    In another bowl, mix Greek yogurt, maple syrup, avocado oil, vanilla extract, and applesauce until smooth.

  5. 5

    Combine the wet and dry ingredients, stirring until just mixed.

  6. 6

    Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top.

  7. 7

    Bake for 25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

  8. 8

    Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Chef's tip

For a variation, try adding chopped nuts or dried fruits to the batter before baking.

Sources