Healthy Chocolate Cake with Oats (No Oil, No Sugar) Recipe
This Healthy Chocolate Cake with Oats is a guilt-free dessert option that uses no oil or sugar, relying on natural sweeteners like monkfruit and wholesome ingredients such as Greek yogurt and oats. Moist and chocolatey, it’s perfect for those seeking a nutritious treat without compromising on flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: 9 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 3 large eggs
- 150 g oats (1¾ cups, ground into flour)
- 140 g non-fat Greek yogurt (½ cup)
- 65 g monkfruit sweetener (⅓ cup)
- 20 g unsweetened cocoa powder (¼ cup)
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 60 g 2% milk (⅓ cup)
- Pinch of salt
Chocolate Drizzle
- 1½ oz dark chocolate
- 2 tbsp milk
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8×8 inch baking dish with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
- Prepare Oat Flour: Use a blender or food processor to grind the oats into a fine flour, ensuring a smooth cake texture.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs and monkfruit sweetener until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
- Add Yogurt and Vanilla: Stir in the vanilla extract and Greek yogurt until all the wet ingredients are fully incorporated.
- Incorporate Dry Ingredients: Sift the oat flour, unsweetened cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and a pinch of salt into the wet mixture to remove lumps and combine evenly.
- Combine Batter: Gently stir the mixture and pour in the milk to loosen the thick batter, mixing until just combined to avoid overmixing.
- Pour Batter into Pan: Transfer the batter into the prepared baking dish and spread it evenly to ensure uniform baking.
- Bake the Cake: Bake the cake in the preheated oven for 40 to 45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool the Cake: Remove the cake from the oven and allow it to cool slightly in the pan before slicing into squares.
- Prepare Chocolate Drizzle: Melt the dark chocolate with the remaining milk in a microwave or double boiler, then drizzle it evenly over the cooled cake before serving for an added richness.
Notes
- Ensure the oats are ground finely to achieve a cake-like texture.
- You can substitute monkfruit sweetener with another sugar alternative if preferred.
- Allow the cake to cool properly before adding the chocolate drizzle to prevent it from melting completely.
- This cake is best stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- For a vegan alternative, substitute eggs and yogurt with plant-based options, though texture and taste may vary.
Keywords: Healthy chocolate cake, oat flour cake, no oil cake, no sugar dessert, monkfruit sweetened cake, Greek yogurt cake
