healthier baking
This healthier baking recipe offers a delicious alternative to traditional baked goods by using wholesome ingredients like whole wheat flour and natural sweeteners. Perfect for guilt-free treats!
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 cups whole wheat flour
- 0.75 cup coconut sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon baking soda
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup unsweetened applesauce used as a fat substitute
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9-inch round baking pan or line with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, whisk together whole wheat flour, coconut sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until combined.
- In a separate bowl, beat eggs with unsweetened applesauce and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir just until combined. Do not overmix.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before serving.
Notes
For added flavor and nutrition, consider adding chopped nuts or dried fruits to the batter before baking.
Nutrition
Serving: 200gCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 120gProtein: 120gFat: 120gSaturated Fat: 120gPolyunsaturated Fat: 120gMonounsaturated Fat: 120gTrans Fat: 120gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 120mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 120gSugar: 120gVitamin A: 120IUVitamin C: 120mgCalcium: 120mgIron: 120mg
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