Basically Bittersweet Mocha Cake Recipe

Ingredients for Basically Bittersweet Mocha Cake

• Whole Wheat Flour
• 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
• ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 ½ teaspoons baking soda
• ½ teaspoon salt
• Canola Oil
• Unsweetened Applesauce
• Skim Milk
• Lime Juice
• 2 large eggs
• Strong Coffee

How to Make Basically Bittersweet Mocha Cake

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13 inch baking pan.
2. In a large bowl, whisk together 2 cups whole wheat flour, ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder, 1 ½ teaspoons baking soda, 1 teaspoon baking powder, ½ teaspoon salt, and 1 ½ cups granulated sugar.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk together 1 cup applesauce, ½ cup buttermilk, 2 large eggs, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, and 1 cup brewed strong coffee.
4. Gently pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until just combined. Do not overmix!
5. Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
6. Let the cake cool completely in the pan before frosting or serving. Enjoy!