Sugar-Free Chocolate Apple Cake

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A guilt-free delight that blends rich cocoa with juicy apples for a moist, naturally sweetened dessert.

There’s something magical about the combination of chocolate and apples—especially when it’s wrapped up in a cake that’s as wholesome as it is indulgent. This sugar-free chocolate apple cake is perfect for anyone watching their sugar intake but still craving a decadent treat. Naturally sweetened with applesauce and ripe apples, it’s moist, flavorful, and full of heartwarming spice. Whether for breakfast, snack time, or dessert, this cake satisfies without the sugar crash!

Ingredients:

  • 1 ½ cups whole wheat flour (or almond flour for low-carb)

  • ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder

  • 1 ½ tsp baking powder

  • ½ tsp baking soda

  • ½ tsp salt

  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon

  • ½ tsp nutmeg (optional)

  • 2 large eggs

  • ⅓ cup melted coconut oil or butter

  • ½ cup unsweetened applesauce

  • ½ cup plain Greek yogurt or mashed banana

  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

  • 1 ½ cups grated apple (about 2 medium apples)

  • Optional: ¼ cup sugar-free chocolate chips or chopped walnuts

  • Instructions:

    1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line an 8-inch round or square baking pan.

    2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.

    3. In another bowl, beat the eggs. Stir in coconut oil, applesauce, Greek yogurt, and vanilla extract until smooth.

    4. Add wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix just until combined. Fold in grated apple and optional mix-ins.

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

    6. Bake for 30–35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

    7. Cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

    8. Serving Tip:

      Top with a dollop of Greek yogurt or sugar-free whipped cream, and a sprinkle of cinnamon for a cozy finish!

      Let me know if you want a gluten-free version or a sugar-free glaze to drizzle on top!

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