Are you craving a decadent dessert that doesn't compromise your health goals? Get ready to discover the most incredible healthy red velvet cake that proves you can have your cake and eat it too! This revolutionary recipe transforms the classic indulgent treat into a nutritious masterpiece that will satisfy your sweet tooth while nourishing your body. Using innovative ingredients like beet puree and whole wheat flour, this cake delivers rich, velvety flavor with a nutritional punch that will make you forget all about traditional sugar-laden versions.
Prep Time: 20 mins
Cook Time: 30 mins
Total Time: 50 mins
Cuisine: Healthy
Serves: 8 Servings
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups whole wheat flour
- 1/2 cup cocoa powder
- 1 cup coconut sugar
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 cup beet puree
- 1/2 cup almond milk
- 1/4 cup coconut oil
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease an 8-inch round cake pan with coconut oil and line the bottom with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, sift together the whole wheat flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt to ensure there are no lumps and ingredients are well combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the beet puree, coconut sugar, almond milk, melted coconut oil, and vanilla extract until smooth and fully incorporated.
- Gradually pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, stirring gently with a spatula until just combined. Be careful not to overmix, as this can make the cake dense.
- Transfer the batter into the prepared cake pan, smoothing the top with a spatula to ensure an even surface.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean with just a few moist crumbs.
- Remove from the oven and let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then carefully turn out onto a wire rack to cool completely.
- Once cooled, optionally frost with a healthy cream cheese or Greek yogurt frosting, and garnish with fresh berries or a light dusting of cocoa powder.
Tips
- Use fresh beet puree for the most vibrant color and natural sweetness
- Make sure all ingredients are at room temperature for better mixing
- Do not overmix the batter - this can lead to a dense, tough cake
- Check the cake early - ovens can vary, so start checking around 25 minutes
- Allow the cake to cool completely before frosting to prevent melting
- For extra moisture, you can add a tablespoon of apple sauce to the wet ingredients
- Store the cake in an airtight container in the refrigerator to maintain freshness
- For a protein boost, consider adding a scoop of unflavored protein powder to the dry ingredients
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 220kcal
Carbohydrates: 35g
Protein: 4g
Fat: 8g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Cholesterol: 0mg
