Chocolate cake without butter!

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Very Easy
40 min
222 Kcal

An ultra-indulgent brownie that's easy to make and fat-free is possible! To make the dessert nice and moist, we've added... zucchini! It will make your dessert lighter without adding any particular flavor.\nAs for allergies and intolerances, this recipe is gluten-free and lactose-free (provided the chocolate is dark). It's a great way to please everyone at the end of a meal without risking stomach cramps :-)

Ingredients

8

Materials

  • Electric mixer
  • cake tin
  • food processor

Preparation

Preparation20 min
Cook time20 min
  • Chocolate cake without butter! - Preparation step 1Separate the egg whites from the yolks. Add the sugar to the yolks and whisk until the mixture turns pale. Then add the cornstarch and salt, and mix well.
  • Chocolate cake without butter! - Preparation step 2Wash the zucchini and finely chop it in a food processor (or grate it if you don't have one). Add it to the previous mixture.
  • Chocolate cake without butter! - Preparation step 3Melt the chocolate and add it to the batter. Mix well.
  • Chocolate cake without butter! - Preparation step 4Whisk the egg whites until stiff peaks form, and gently fold them into the batter, lifting the mixture to avoid crushing the whites.
  • Chocolate cake without butter! - Preparation step 5Pour the batter into a greased cake tin, then arrange some walnut halves on top.
  • Chocolate cake without butter! - Preparation step 6Bake for 20 minutes at 350°F (180°C).
  • Chocolate cake without butter! - Preparation step 7And there you have it, your zucchini brownies are ready!

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FAQ ❓

Why add zucchini to a chocolate cake?

Zucchini adds lightness and moisture to the cake without affecting the flavor, making the dessert moist and healthier.
Yes, when made with lactose-free dark chocolate and cornstarch, this cake is suitable for people with gluten and lactose intolerances.
Preparation and baking take about 40 minutes in total: 20 minutes of preparation and 20 minutes of baking.
Yes, you can replace the walnut halves with hazelnuts or almonds, or leave out the nuts if you prefer a cake without nuts.
Good-quality dark chocolate is recommended, preferably lactose-free, for a rich, intense flavor in the cake.

Nutrition

for 1 serving / for 100 g
Calories: 222Kcal
  • Carbo: 27.4g
  • Total fat: 10.1g
  • Saturated fat: 5.1g
  • Proteins: 4g
  • Fibers: 2.4g
  • Sugar: 18.1g
  • ProPoints: 6
  • SmartPoints: 10
Nutritional information for 1 serving (90g)
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