No Fat Chocolate Zucchini Cake Recipe

This decadent chocolate zucchini cake is surprisingly healthy! Inspired by itsjustme, this recipe is modified to be guilt-free without sacrificing flavor. No frosting needed – the moist, intensely chocolatey cake hides the zucchini perfectly, making it a delicious snack or dessert. Perfect for a healthy bake sale or satisfying chocolate craving!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 50 mins
Calories 170.7 kcal
Protein 8g
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Ingredients for No Fat Chocolate Zucchini Cake

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How to Make No Fat Chocolate Zucchini Cake

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13 inch baking pan or two 9x5 inch loaf pans.
  2. In a large bowl, beat 2 large egg whites until frothy. Add 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce, 1 cup granulated sugar, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract. Beat until well combined.
  3. Gently stir in 2 cups grated zucchini.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour, 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder, 1 teaspoon baking soda, 1/2 teaspoon baking powder, and 1/4 teaspoon salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
  6. Pour batter into the prepared pan(s).
  7. Bake for 35-40 minutes for a 9x13 inch pan, or 50-60 minutes for two loaf pans, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
  8. Let cool completely in the pan before dusting with powdered sugar (optional).

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

10 g

Sugar

63g

Fat

1g

Carbs

12g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make No Fat Chocolate Zucchini Cake?

No Fat Chocolate Zucchini Cake takes about 70 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 50 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in No Fat Chocolate Zucchini Cake?

No Fat Chocolate Zucchini Cake has approximately 170.7 calories per serving, with about 8 g protein, 12 g carbohydrates and 1 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for No Fat Chocolate Zucchini Cake?

The key ingredients for No Fat Chocolate Zucchini Cake are Egg Whites, Applesauce, Sugar, Splenda Sugar Blend For Baking, Vanilla Extract, Zucchini. See the full list with measurements above.

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