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Chocolate Cake

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This lightweight chocolate cake is designed for those watching their sugar and calorie intake without sacrificing flavor. Using margarine, an egg substitute, and instant dry milk, it creates a surprisingly tender crumb with deep cocoa notes. It&# 226;ÂÂs perfect for afternoon tea, a light dessert after dinner, or a quick snack when you have a sweet tooth craving. The batter comes together easily with just a few simple steps, making it an accessible option for weeknight baking. Serve it plain or with a dollop of sugar-free whipped cream for a satisfying finish that feels indulgent yet responsible.
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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 16
Calories: 96.0
Dietary: Diabetic, Vegetarian
Description
This lightweight chocolate cake is designed for those watching their sugar and calorie intake without sacrificing flavor. Using margarine, an egg substitute, and instant dry milk, it creates a surprisingly tender crumb with deep cocoa notes. It&# 226;€™s perfect for afternoon tea, a light dessert after dinner, or a quick snack when you have a sweet tooth craving. The batter comes together easily with just a few simple steps, making it an accessible option for weeknight baking. Serve it plain or with a dollop of sugar-free whipped cream for a satisfying finish that feels indulgent yet responsible.
Ingredients
  • 3/4 cups Margarine;@ rm temp
  • 2 cups Cake flour;
  • 1/4 cups Sugar;
  • 2 teaspoons Baking powder;
  • 1/2 cups Liquid egg;substitue @ rm tm
  • 1/4 cups Instant dry milk;
Directions
  1. 1
    Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (177ðC). Grease a 9-inch square baking pan with margarine and set aside.
  2. 2
    In a small bowl, combine 1/3 cup sugar, 1 cup water, and 2 teaspoons vanilla extract; stir until sugar is dissolved.
  3. 3
    In a large mixing bowl, cream the margarine and remaining sugar together at medium speed until light and fluffy.
  4. 4
    Add the liquid egg substitute to the creamed mixture and beat at medium speed for 30 seconds.
  5. 5
    In a separate small bowl, whisk together the cake flour, baking powder, instant dry milk, and cocoa powder.
  6. 6
    Gradually add the sugar-water mixture and the dry flour mixture to the wet ingredients, alternating between the two.
  7. 7
    Mix at medium speed just until the batter is smooth and no dry streaks remain.
  8. 8
    Pour the batter evenly into the prepared 9-inch square pan.
  9. 9
    Bake for 30 to 35 minutes, or until a cake tester inserted into the center comes out clean and the edges pull away slightly from the pan.
  10. 10
    Allow the cake to cool in the pan on a wire rack before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 16

Amount Per Serving
Calories 96.0kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 8.6g14%
Saturated Fat 2.7g14%
Cholesterol 28.0mg10%
Sodium 124.6mg6%
Total Carbohydrate 3.9g2%
Dietary Fiber 0.0g0%
Sugars 3.8g
Protein 1.0g2%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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