Healthy Chocolate Cake
This Healthy Chocolate Cake combines whole wheat flour, flax meal, and Dutch-process cocoa powder for a rich yet nutritious dessert. The addition of instant espresso powder enhances the chocolate flavor, while olive oil and eggs create a moist texture. Chocolate chips folded into the batter add pockets of melted sweetness, and baking it in a Bundt pan produces a distinctive shape and crust. The cake is suitable for those seeking a chocolate treat with some wholesome ingredients, and it can be frosted or enjoyed dusted with powdered sugar.
Ingredients
- 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour or white whole wheat flour
- ¾ cup Dutch-process cocoa powder
- ½ cup flax meal whole
- 2 tsp instant espresso powder or instant coffee powder
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp table salt
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 4 egg lightly beaten, large
- ¾ cup extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 ½ cups water
- 2 cups chocolate chips mini, semi-sweet
Instructions
- Adjust oven rack to lower middle position and preheat to 350F. Grease and flour a Bundt pan.
- In a large bowl, combine the flour, cocoa, flax meal, espresso powder, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and sugar. Whisk to combine well.
- To the same bowl, add eggs, oil, and vanilla. Beat just until smooth.
- Slowly add water and beat just until smooth. Fold in chocolate chips. Pour batter into greased/floured Bundt pan.
- Bake for 40-43 minutes or just until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out almost clean, with a few tender crumbs attached.
- Cool cake in the pan on a wire rack. Once cake is completely cooled, carefully use a thin knife to loosen edges. Invert cake, gently but firmly tap and remove the cake.
Notes
- Use powdered sugar, frosting, or drizzle of your choice to finish the cake once cooled.
- Store the cake airtight at room temperature or freeze for up to one month.
- Flax meal adds nutty flavor and nutrients; ground chia seeds can be substituted.
- Instant espresso powder enhances chocolate flavor without adding coffee taste.
- Grease and flour the Bundt pan thoroughly to prevent sticking and maintain shape.
- Add dry ingredients gradually to avoid lumps and mix just until combined to avoid toughness.
Nutrition Information
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 12 Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 381
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 381kcal | 19% |
| Carbohydrates | 52.2g | 17% |
| Protein | 6.1g | 12% |
| Fat | 16.8g | 26% |
| Saturated Fat | 3.2g | 16% |
| Cholesterol | 62mg | 21% |
| Sodium | 326.9mg | 14% |
| Fiber | 3.5g | 14% |
| Sugar | 34.2g | 68% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.