Eggless Whole Wheat Nuts Cake is a perfect cake to try for the kids. It is a no maida cake also has lots of nuts for the crush. Perfect for Tea time.
About Eggless Whole Wheat Cake
Eggless Whole Wheat Cake is a health-conscious twist on traditional cake recipes, making it a perfect choice for those looking to enjoy a treat without compromising on nutrition. This cake is particularly popular among people with dietary restrictions, such as vegetarians and vegans, or those who are simply seeking a healthier dessert option.
Healthier Ingredients
- Whole Wheat Flour: Unlike refined flour, whole wheat flour retains the bran and germ, providing more fiber, vitamins, and minerals. It also gives the cake a slightly nutty flavor and a denser texture.
- No Eggs: To replace eggs, common alternatives like yogurt, applesauce, or mashed bananas are used. These ingredients help bind the cake together and ensure it remains moist and tender.
- Natural Sweeteners: Brown sugar or jaggery can be used instead of refined white sugar, adding depth of flavor and micronutrients.
Nutritional Benefits
Whole wheat flour offers a range of health benefits, including:
- High Fiber Content: Improves digestion and helps maintain stable blood sugar levels.
- Rich in Nutrients: Contains essential vitamins and minerals like iron, magnesium, and B vitamins.
- Lower Glycemic Index: Whole grains generally have a lower glycemic index than refined grains, making them a better option for maintaining blood sugar levels.
How to make Whole Wheat Nuts Cake
Notes:
- The baking time may vary from oven to oven.
- Allow the cake to cool completely before you cut into pieces else it may crumble.
TIps &
Tips & Variations
- Moisture: Whole wheat flour can sometimes make the cake denser. To ensure moisture, don’t skip condensed milk.
- Sweetener: Adjust the amount of sugar based on your preference. Brown sugar or jaggery can enhance the flavor and make it healthier.
- Flavor Variations: Add cocoa powder for a chocolate version or cinnamon for a spiced cake.
- Add-ins: Chopped nuts, dried fruits, or even chocolate chips can enhance the cake's texture and flavor profile.
- Moisture: Ensure the cake remains moist by not overmixing the batter and using enough liquid ingredients like yogurt and oil.
- Texture: Whole wheat flour can make the cake dense, so it's important to balance it with proper leavening agents like baking powder and baking soda.
- Flavor: Incorporate natural flavors like vanilla extract, spices, or nuts to enhance the taste.
Serving Suggestions
goes well as a dessert , snack or breakfast.
Enjoy your wholesome and delicious Eggless Whole Wheat Cake!
📖 Recipe
Eggless Whole Wheat Nuts Cake
Standard 1 cup measures 240 ml
Ingredients
- 1 cup Whole Wheat Flour
- ⅓ cup Unsalted Butter
- ½ cup Condensed Milk
- ½ cup Water
- 4 tbsp Brown sugar
- ½ cup Mixed nuts
- ½ tsp Vanilla extract
- ½ tsp Baking powder
- Salt a pinch
Instructions
- In a sauce pan cube the chilled butter to this add in Water and cane sugar.
- Start heating the sauce pan the butter will start melt and comes to a boil switch off the flame and set aside. Sift together the wheat flour, Baking powder and salt thrice. Reserve 3 tbsp of flour and set aside.
- To the sifted flour now add in the condensed milk and vanilla essence.
- Now take the reserved 3 tbsp of flour and add in the chopped mixed nuts and toss well. Add this to the rest of the flour.
- Now add the melted butter to the dry ingredients. With a spatula fold the batter till everything comes together.
- Grease and dust a loaf pan and then line it with parchment paper. Add in the prepared batter and tap the loaf pan so that the air bubbles are removed and the batter is spread evenly.
- Preheat the oven at 180 Deg for 15 mins and then bake at 180 deg c for 30 mins or till a skewer when inserted comes out clean. Remove from the loaf tin and allow it to cool completely before you cut into pieces.
Notes
Tips & Variations
- Moisture: Whole wheat flour can sometimes make the cake denser. To ensure moisture, don’t skip condensed milk.
- Sweetener: Adjust the amount of sugar based on your preference. Brown sugar or jaggery can enhance the flavor and make it healthier.
- Flavor Variations: Add cocoa powder for a chocolate version or cinnamon for a spiced cake.
- Add-ins: Chopped nuts, dried fruits, or even chocolate chips can enhance the cake's texture and flavor profile.
- Moisture: Ensure the cake remains moist by not overmixing the batter and using enough liquid ingredients like yogurt and oil.
- Texture: Whole wheat flour can make the cake dense, so it's important to balance it with proper leavening agents like baking powder and baking soda.
- Flavor: Incorporate natural flavors like vanilla extract, spices, or nuts to enhance the taste.
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