Chocolate Cake Recipes

Ingredients

398 mL can sliced beets, drained
unsweetened apple sauce
2 tbsp. water
2 tsp. vanilla extract
1 tsp. white vinegar
1 cup whole wheat flour
1/2 cup white flour
1/2 cup cocoa
1/4 cup sugar
3/4 cup Splenda
1 tbsp. cornstarch
2 tsp. baking soda
1/2 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. ground cloves

Method

1. Preheat the oven to 325 degrees. Oil or spray two 8- or 9-inch cake pans.
2. Put the drained beets into the food processor with 1/4 cup (clear) water, and process until pureed.
3. Put the pureed beets into a 2-cup measure. Add enough apple sauce to reach the 2-cup line.
4. Add the 2 tablespoons water, vanilla extract, and vinegar to the beets and mix well.
5. Mix the dry ingredients together, add the beet mixture and stir until well-combined.
6. Bake for 35 minutes Test by inserting a toothpick into the center; it’s done when the toothpick comes out clean.
7. Allow to cool completely before cutting and serving.

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