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Healthy Chocolate Cake

Indulge Guilt-Free: Healthy Chocolate Cake with Pumpkin

This Healthy Chocolate Cake combines pumpkin for a moist, gluten-free dessert full of rich chocolate flavor without the guilt.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Cooling Time 4 hours
Total Time 5 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 1 can Pumpkin Purée Thick, low-moisture
  • 4 large Eggs Use 1 yolk for optimal results
  • 1 cup Dark Cocoa Powder Dutch-process
  • 1/2 cup Pure Maple Syrup or Honey Honey can be substituted in a 1:1 ratio
For the Frosting
  • 1 cup Dark Chocolate Chips Dairy-free options recommended
  • 1/2 cup Heavy Whipping Cream Substitute with coconut cream for dairy-free

Equipment

  • Oven
  • 8-inch springform pan
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Whisk or electric mixer
  • Skillet
  • Spatula
  • Wire Rack

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Healthy Chocolate Cake
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare an 8-inch springform pan with parchment paper and nonstick spray.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the pumpkin purée, eggs, dark cocoa powder, and pure maple syrup or honey. Mix until smooth and creamy for about 2-3 minutes.
  3. Pour the batter into the prepared springform pan and bake for 60-65 minutes, until the top is set.
  4. Cool the cake for at least 4 hours at room temperature; refrigerate for the last 2 hours for best results.
  5. Heat the heavy whipping cream in a skillet until it bubbles. Remove from heat and stir in dark chocolate chips until smooth.
  6. Once cooled, spread the ganache frosting generously over the cake and serve with fresh berries or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 4gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 140mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 5gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 1200IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days, or freeze for up to 3 months.

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