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Steamer Chocolate Snack Cake

SteamersMicrowaveDessertLow-sodiumOnion-freeGarlic-free

10 - 11 min

4 - 6 servings

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Ingredients

  • 1⁄2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1⁄2 cup sugar
  • 1⁄4 cup pure cocoa
  • 1⁄2 tsp baking powder
  • 1 pinch Sea Salt
  • 2 eggs
  • 1⁄3 cup unsweetened applesauce, or one small snack-pack container
  • 1⁄3 cup low-fat milk
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Preparation

  • Combine dry ingredients into a medium bowl and whisk together.
  • In a separate bowl, whisk together wet ingredients.
  • Whisk wet ingredients into dry ingredients until smooth and pour into Rectangular Steamer, covering with the lid.
  • Microwave on high, about 5–6 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the centre comes out clean.
  • Keep covered and let cool, 2 minutes. Unmold, slice and enjoy.

Epicure Products Used

Nutritional Information

Per serving: Calories 240, Fat 4.5 g (Saturated 2 g, 0 0 g), Cholesterol 95 mg, Sodium 90 mg, Carbohydrate 44 g (Fiber 3 g, Sugars 28 g), Protein 7 g.

Tips

For a veggie boost, add 1⁄2 cup grated zucchini or carrot to this recipe.

Create a chocolate banana black forest snack cake by adding 1 ripe banana or avocado, mashed, to your recipe. Once it is cooked, slice it in half length-wise, spread your favourite fruit jam in the middle and close