How to make a Healthy Christmas cake
Certainly! Here's a recipe for a healthier version of a Christmas cake:
Healthy Christmas Cake Recipe:
Ingredients:
- 1 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
- 1/2 cup honey or maple syrup
- 3 eggs
- 2 cups almond flour
- 1 cup coconut flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon cloves
- 1 cup mixed dried fruits (raisins, currants, chopped dates, etc.)
- 1 cup chopped nuts (walnuts, almonds, etc.)
Instructions:
Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C). Grease and line a cake pan with parchment paper.
In a large bowl, mix together applesauce, Greek yogurt, honey (or maple syrup), and eggs until well combined.
In a separate bowl, combine almond flour, coconut flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring until a batter forms.
Fold in the mixed dried fruits and chopped nuts.
Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
Bake for 40-50 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
This healthier Christmas cake uses ingredients like almond flour and coconut flour instead of traditional white flour, and it's sweetened with natural sweeteners like applesauce and honey or maple syrup. The dried fruits and nuts provide festive flavors without the need for added sugars.
Feel free to customize the recipe by adding your favorite dried fruits, nuts, or spices. Additionally, you can adjust the sweetness to your liking. Enjoy this healthier Christmas cake as a delicious treat during the festive season!
