Low Sugar Vanilla Cake
A moist and fluffy vanilla cake with reduced sugar, perfect for those seeking a lighter dessert without sacrificing flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 8
Ingredients
1 1/2 cups (180 grams) all-purpose flour
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup (120 ml) unsweetened applesauce
1/2 cup (100 grams) granulated sugar
1/4 cup (60 ml) vegetable oil
2 large eggs
2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
1/2 cup (120 ml) whole milk
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour an 8-inch (20 cm) round cake pan.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt until well combined.
In a large bowl, combine the unsweetened applesauce, granulated sugar, and vegetable oil. Beat in the eggs one at a time until the mixture is smooth.
Stir in the vanilla extract.
Alternately add the flour mixture and whole milk to the wet ingredients, beginning and ending with the flour mixture. Mix until just combined; do not overmix.
Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
Bake in the preheated oven for 28 to 30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes.
Transfer the cake to a wire rack to cool completely before serving.