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4 Ingredient Healthy Chocolate Cake

4 Ingredient Healthy Chocolate Cake

This easy 4 Ingredient Healthy Chocolate Cake is a quick, guilt-free dessert that combines wholesome ingredients to create a moist, delicious chocolate treat. Perfect for busy days or anytime you want a nutritious, naturally sweetened cake without complicated steps or long prep times.

  • Total Time: 30-35 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 2 large ripe bananas
  • 1/2 cup cocoa powder
  • 1 cup oats or oat flour
  • 2 large eggs

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prepare Your Pan: Start by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease an 8-inch round cake pan or line it with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
  2. Mash the Bananas: In a medium bowl, mash 2 large ripe bananas with a fork until completely smooth. This will create the base of your batter and provide natural sweetness.
  3. Combine Eggs and Dry Ingredients: To the mashed bananas, beat in 2 large eggs until fully incorporated. Then add 1/2 cup of cocoa powder and 1 cup of oats or oat flour. Stir until just combined, being careful not to overmix to keep the batter light.
  4. Bake Your Cake: Pour the batter into your prepared pan and spread evenly. Bake in the preheated oven for about 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  5. Cool and Serve: Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10-15 minutes before removing it to a rack. This cooling time helps firm up the cake for clean slices and enhances the flavors.

Notes

  • Use Ripe Bananas: The riper the banana, the sweeter and more flavorful your cake will be.
  • Oats Texture Matters: Blend rolled oats into a fine flour for a smoother crumb or leave them whole for extra bite.
  • Don’t Overmix: Stir the batter just until ingredients are combined to avoid a dense cake.
  • Check Oven Temperature: Use an oven thermometer to avoid under or over-baking your cake.
  • Let It Rest: Cooling your cake completely enhances moistness and flavor.
  • Author: Lina
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20-25 minutes
  • Category: Desserts
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice (1/8 of cake)
  • Calories: 150
  • Sugar: 7g
  • Sodium: 20mg
  • Fat: 2.5g
  • Saturated Fat: 0.5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 1.5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 29g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Protein: 5g
  • Cholesterol: 55mg

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