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Healthy Red Velvet Cake

Healthy Red Velvet Cake
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This Healthy Red Velvet Cake is a delicious and nutritious twist on the classic dessert. Made with natural ingredients, reduced sugar, and a wholesome approach, this cake retains its rich, velvety texture and deep red color while being a guilt-free treat.

 

Ingredients

– 2 cups whole wheat flour

– 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder

– 1 teaspoon baking soda

– 1/2 teaspoon salt

– 1 cup unsweetened applesauce

– 3/4 cup maple syrup or honey

– 2 large eggs

– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

– 1/2 cup Greek yogurt

– 1/2 cup buttermilk

– 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar

– 2 teaspoons natural red food coloring (beet juice or pomegranate juice)

Instructions

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

2. In a bowl, whisk together the whole wheat flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.

3. In a separate large mixing bowl, combine applesauce, maple syrup (or honey), eggs, and vanilla extract. Whisk until smooth.

4. Add Greek yogurt and buttermilk to the wet ingredients and mix well.

5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined.

6. Stir in the apple cider vinegar and natural red food coloring, mixing until evenly distributed.

7. Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and spread it evenly.

8. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

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

10. Frost with a light cream cheese frosting or Greek yogurt topping if desired.

 

Notes

– For a deeper red color, use beetroot powder or pomegranate juice instead of artificial food coloring.

– Substitute whole wheat flour with almond flour for a gluten-free version.

– Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.

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