LOW FAT CHOCOLATE MINT CAKE

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I got this recipe from a free cookbook I got a Wal Mart. The recipe originally comes from the Canyon Health Resort.

Provided by Shirl J 831

Categories     Dessert

Time 55m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
3/4 cup sugar
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 pinch salt
2 tablespoons unsweetened applesauce
1/2 cup low-fat milk or 1/2 cup skim milk
1 teaspoon vanilla
1 teaspoon mint extract
1 tablespoon instant coffee, mixed with
2 tablespoons water
1/2 cup pureed prune baby food (2 small jars)
1/2 ounce semi-sweet chocolate chips, melted
2 egg whites
1 tablespoon non-fat fudge sauce
powdered sugar (to garnish)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 300°F
  • Spray a 10" cake pan with vegetable spray and lightly dust with flour.
  • Sift together all the dry ingredients into a large bowl.
  • In a small bowl, mix the applesauce, milk, vanilla, mint, coffee, prunes and chocolate.
  • Add to dry ingredients and mix well.
  • Beat the egg whites in a small non plastic bowl till stiff.
  • Fold in the cake batter.
  • Spread the batter in the prepared pan.
  • Bake 35-40 minutes, till knife comes out clean when tested.
  • Remove the cake from the oven and cool.
  • When it is cooled off spread the nonfat chocolate sauce on top.
  • Sprinkle with powdered sugar right before serving.
  • The easiest way to cut this cake is to cut into 12 equal servings is to first cut into quarters, then cut each quarter into 3 equal wedges.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 118.6, Fat 1.1, SaturatedFat 0.6, Cholesterol 0.5, Sodium 58.7, Carbohydrate 26.2, Fiber 1.8, Sugar 15, Protein 2.9

Ntombifuthi Satywa
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This cake is a must-try!


Vaskar Kc
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I highly recommend this recipe to anyone who loves chocolate cake.


Derah Beauty
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This cake is perfect for any occasion. It's elegant enough for a special event, but it's also easy enough to make for a casual get-together.


Jimi Matson
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I'm not usually a fan of mint chocolate, but this cake was really good.


Rose Holland
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This cake is definitely a keeper. I'll be making it again and again.


Ahmed Gujar
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The chocolate frosting is the perfect finishing touch to this cake.


Sahin Sky
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I was really impressed with how moist this cake was, even though it's low-fat.


Sylvia Nobles
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This is my new go-to chocolate cake recipe. It's low-fat, easy to make, and absolutely delicious.


Yamen Haddad
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The mint flavor in this cake is subtle but refreshing. It's the perfect balance to the rich chocolate flavor.


abolarin abiodun
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This cake is so easy to make and it always turns out perfect. I've made it several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


farukh bani
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I made this cake for my friend's birthday and she loved it! She said it was the best chocolate cake she'd ever had.


Della Smalley
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This cake was a hit at my party! Everyone loved the unique flavor combination of chocolate and mint. It was also a breeze to make, which is always a bonus.


Laskmhin Shieya
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I was skeptical about how a low-fat chocolate cake could be any good, but I was proven wrong. This cake was delicious! It was light and fluffy, with just the right amount of chocolate and mint flavor.


Janet Konneh
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This low-fat chocolate mint cake was a delightful surprise! It was easy to make and had a moist, rich crumb. The mint flavor was refreshing and not overpowering. I would definitely make this cake again.


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