Vegan Low Fat German Chocolate Cake Recipe

Indulge in this decadent, guilt-free Vegan Low-Fat German Chocolate Cake! Perfect for birthdays or any special occasion, this recipe satisfies your chocolate cravings without compromising your health goals. Made with a surprising base of prunes for richness and moisture, this cake is surprisingly light and fluffy. A healthier twist on a classic, this recipe is sure to become a new favorite.

Prep Time 20 mins

Cook Time 30 mins

Calories 313.6 kcal

Protein 10g

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Adapted from Food.com, then tested & standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Vegan Low Fat German Chocolate Cake

1 cup pitted prunes
¾ cup water
2 tablespoons vegan egg replacer powder
1 ½ cups granulated sugar
2 cups all-purpose flour
¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon baking powder
½ teaspoon salt
1 cup soymilk
1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar

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How to Make Vegan Low Fat German Chocolate Cake

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour three 9-inch round cake pans.
In a food processor, combine 1 cup pitted prunes and ½ cup water. Process until completely smooth, scraping down the sides as needed (about 5 minutes).
In a medium bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons egg replacer powder (like Ener-G) and ¼ cup water until smooth.
Add the prune puree and egg replacer mixture to a large mixing bowl. Beat on medium speed until well combined.
Gradually add 1 ½ cups granulated sugar while beating on medium-high speed until light and fluffy.
In a separate bowl, whisk together 2 cups all-purpose flour, ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder, 1 teaspoon baking soda, 1 teaspoon baking powder, and ½ teaspoon salt.
In a small bowl, combine 1 cup soymilk and 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar. Let sit for 5 minutes to curdle.
Gradually add the dry ingredients and soymilk mixture to the wet ingredients alternately, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.
Divide batter evenly among the prepared cake pans.
Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
Let cakes cool in pans for 10 minutes before inverting onto wire racks to cool completely.
Once completely cooled, frost with your favorite vegan low-fat frosting (recipe not included).

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

17 g

Sugar

180g

Fat

Carbs

24g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Vegan Low Fat German Chocolate Cake?

Vegan Low Fat German Chocolate Cake takes about 50 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 30 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Vegan Low Fat German Chocolate Cake?

Vegan Low Fat German Chocolate Cake has approximately 313.6 calories per serving, with about 10 g protein, 24 g carbohydrates and 2 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Vegan Low Fat German Chocolate Cake?

The key ingredients for Vegan Low Fat German Chocolate Cake are Prune, Water, Vegan Egg Replacer Powder, Sugar, Unbleached All Purpose Flour, Cocoa. See the full list with measurements above.