Description
Discover the perfect fall dessert with the Healthy Pumpkin Better Than Sex Cake. This nutritious, easy-to-make pumpkin cake combines the rich flavors of pumpkin with a creamy texture, making it an irresistible treat for cozy autumn nights. Lower in sugar and packed with fiber and antioxidants, it’s a healthier twist on classic fall favorites that everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can (15 oz) pumpkin puree
- 1 cup Greek yogurt or unsweetened plain yogurt
- 1/2 cup honey or natural sweetener of choice
- 2 cups rolled oats or almond flour for a gluten-free option
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- Optional: chopped walnuts or pecans for added crunch
- Chocolate shavings or dark chocolate chips (for topping)
Instructions
- Combine the pumpkin puree, Greek yogurt, honey, and vanilla extract in a large bowl. Mix thoroughly until smooth and creamy.
- Stir in the rolled oats or almond flour, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Fold in chopped walnuts or pecans if desired.
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Pour the batter into a greased oven-safe dish.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Use a Ninja Air Fryer Pro Crisp & Roast 4-in-1 for quick baking if preferred.
- Allow to cool slightly, then top with chocolate shavings or dark chocolate chips and additional chopped nuts if desired.
Notes
- You can substitute Greek yogurt with plant-based options for vegan versions.
- For gluten-free baking, use gluten-free rolled oats or almond flour.
- Adjust sweetness by modifying the honey amount to taste.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or freeze slices for up to 2 months.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 180 Kcal
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg