YOGURT APPLESAUCE CAKE

Yogurt Applesauce Cake image

Cloves, cinnamon and nutmeg lend an appetizing aroma to this yummy cake made with fat-free yogurt. "It's great for brunch, dessert or snacking," notes Tina Dierking of Skowhegan, Maine. "In fact, it's great anytime!"

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 40m

Yield 9 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 17

Ingredients

1 cup all-purpose flour
3/4 cup sugar
1/4 cup cornstarch
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce
1/4 cup water
1/4 cup fat-free plain yogurt
2 large egg whites, beaten
1/2 teaspoon almond extract
1/4 cup raisins
DRIZZLE:
1/4 cup confectioners' sugar
1 teaspoon water

Steps:

In a large bowl, combine the first eight ingredients. Combine the applesauce, water, yogurt, egg whites and almond extract. stir into the dry ingredients just until moistened. Fold in raisins., Pour into a greased 8-in. square baking dish. Bake at 350° for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool on a wire rack., For drizzle, in a bowl, whisk confectioners' sugar and water until smooth. Drizzle over cake.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 167 calories, Fat 1g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 1mg cholesterol, Sodium 101mg sodium, Carbohydrate 39g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges