Cocoa Sugar Free Fit Cake (gluten free)

 

  

Cocoa Sugar Free Fit Cake

If you're craving something sweet but are on a diet or have gluten sensitivity, this recipe is perfect for you. It's both very practical and a delicious snack idea. For example, it could be a great idea to have with your coffee when you wake up early for work. It's a low-calorie, healthy dessert that can be enjoyed at any time of day, both in the morning and at lunchtime. It's not just for adults and those on a diet; you'll also be preparing a healthy and clean dessert for children.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                 

 Why You Should Try This Healthy Cake ?

Firstly, if you truly want to avoid sugar, or are trying to avoid it, I won't just talk about how sugar damages the skin's structure and accelerates skin aging, because it doesn't only affect the skin. It damages many organs in our body system. Negative effects include fatty liver disease, cardiovascular diseases, diabetes and insulin resistance, and cognitive impairment. Those who frequently consume sugar, meaning those who always eat refined and pastry-style sweets when they crave something sweet, need to be careful about this. I'm talking about abnormally excessive consumption. I also make low-sugar desserts at home 1-2 times a month. I take care of my health regarding sugar. My healthy recipes provide the necessary natural sugar and help me maintain my health. My healthy recipes are additive-free, natural, and very simple. Let's move on to the recipe for my Cocoa Healthy Cake.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    

 Ingredients for Chocolate Fit Cake

1 egg

1 cup milk (you can use oat or almond milk for a lighter option.)

1 medium apple

1 medium banana

1 cup ground oats

1 packet baking powder (I used half, that's enough)

2 tablespoons cocoa powder(Tablespoon)

raisins (as much as you like)

You can use dates as a natural sweetener. I don't use honey or molasses in baked desserts, I don't recommend them. But you can use them if you really like them.

I used sesame seeds on top of the cake and raisins inside. You can also use your favorite dried fruits and nuts. For example, walnuts, almonds, pistachios, dried apricots, etc.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              Instructions for Making the Recipe

1. If you are using dates and they are hard, soak them in hot water. If the dates are soft, you don't need to soak them in hot water; you can mash them with a fork. Once the dates are soft, you can mash them.

2. If you have a food processor or blender, slice the fruit and blend it all together: egg, banana, apple, and baking powder. If you don't have a food processor, first mash the egg and banana together with a fork and mix. Grate the apple and add the baking powder, then mix everything together.                                                                                                                                                                                                       

3. Add cocoa, raisins, and oats to the mixture and stir. I don't use a blender for thes ingredients; I mix them by spoon because it gives a better consistency.  

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        

4. Now the cake sauce is ready. Prepare the baking dish and pour the sauce over it. I didn't use parchment paper in the baking dish. I greased it with a little butter and poured the sauce over it. I sprinkled sesame seeds on top of the cake, but you can add whatever you like, such as walnuts, almonds, pistachios, and dried fruit.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                

                                                                                    

 5. I put my cake in the oven. You don't need to preheat the oven, but you can if you want. The cake will bake in 25 minutes at 180 degrees. Enjoy! Stay healthy and with love.  

How to Serve Chocolate Fit Cake?

*You can slice your favorite fruits onto a slice of cake, such as strawberries, bananas, apples, oranges, etc.

*You can serve it topped with raisins, walnuts, almonds, coconut powder, blackberries, mulberries, or blueberries.

*As a sauce, you can drizzle melted dark chocolate or tahini-molasses mixture over the cake in lines using a spoon.

Storage Instructions

* Do not store in the refrigerator for more than 2 days. 

* It is best to consume it immediately after preparation.

* Store in a sealed container in the refrigerator.

Detailed Nutritional Information for Chocolate Fit Cake

Total Nutritional Values ​​for the Entire Recipe (Total for the entire cake pan)

Calories: 792 kcal

Protein: 30.2 grams

Fat: 16.5 grams

Carbohydrate: 130.8 grams

Individual Calorie Breakdown of Ingredients

1 Egg: 75 kcal

1 Cup Semi-Skimmed Milk (200 ml): 94 kcal

1 Medium Apple: 72 kcal

1 Medium Banana: 105 kcal

1 Cup Ground Oats (Approximately 100 grams): 370 kcal

Half a Packet of Baking Powder: 5 kcal

2 Tablespoons Cocoa (Approximately 20 grams): 46 kcal

Raisins (Approximately 1 tablespoon / 10 grams): 25 kcal

Serving Suggestion

This chocolate fit cake This cake, thanks to the fruits and milk it contains, has a very voluminous, moist, and satisfying texture. You can easily get 6 equal slices from a small baking dish or cake pan. When divided per slice, the nutritional values ​​of a single slice are as follows:

Calories: 132 kcal

Protein: 5.0 grams

Fat: 2.7 grams

Carbohydrate: 21.8 grams

Health Note

While bakery-style cocoa cakes or ready-made chocolate loaf cakes contain high amounts of white flour, processed liquid/solid fats, and high amounts of refined sugar, this recipe has completely clean ingredients. The natural sweetness of apple and banana together gives the cake a wonderful aroma and moisture; thus, you don't need to add extra sugar. The antioxidant power of cocoa, the digestion-friendly fiber structure of oats, and the protein of eggs combine to make it a great tea time alternative that keeps blood sugar balanced and keeps you feeling full for a long time.