Zero-Fat Magic! This Fluffy Chocolate Cake Recipe Will Amaze You

“It’s amazing how fluffy it is!” one user comments, “I recommend it, it’s delicious“, adds another, “Now, this is the only recipe I use“, shares a third. Since content creator Monelle Godaert, known as @not_so_superflu on Instagram, shared this butter-free chocolate cake recipe, it has become a household favorite for many. Remarkably, even without any fats or added sugars, this cake does not skimp on flavor. Plus, it’s gluten-free. Ready to give it a try? It’s one of the easiest chocolate cakes to make!

The Ingredients for the Perfect Butter-Free Chocolate Cake

To achieve a soft crumb without any fat, Monelle Godaert uses… applesauce. It lends moisture and natural sweetness to the cake, yet the apple flavor is completely undetectable, the cook assures.

• 150 g of applesauce
• 3 eggs
• 50 g of cornstarch
• ½ a packet of baking powder
• 2 tbsp of almond flour
• 250 g of cooking dark chocolate

How to Prepare the Perfect Butter-Free Chocolate Cake

You will need a small loaf pan (about 18 cm long) for this recipe.

1. Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).
2. Break the chocolate into pieces and melt it in a double boiler.
3. Meanwhile, whisk the eggs with the applesauce in a mixing bowl.
4. Next, mix in the cornstarch, baking powder, and almond flour.
5. Allow the chocolate to cool slightly before adding it to the mixture and blend well.
6. Pour the batter into a loaf pan lined with parchment paper and bake for 30 minutes. It’s ready!

Tasting verdict? “It’s extraordinary!” Monelle Godaert exclaims. “I assure you, in terms of taste and texture, it’s perfect“. Even the next day, it remains soft, the cook assures. Here’s finally a balanced recipe that truly delights!