Try this moist chocolate cake to please your taste buds and your heart!

Soy has been shown to help lower the risk for heart disease but many people don't know how to use it in recipes. Try this recipe for a cake that your family will love. You can also bake it as cupcakes for a quick snack for the kids to grab.

 

Cooking time: 40 Minutes Ingredients: Yield: 18 servings • 1 3/4 cup all purpose flour • 1/2 cup soy flour • 1 3/4 cup sugar • 2/3 cup cocoa • 1 1/4 tsp. baking soda • 1 1/2 tsp. baking powder • 1 tsp. salt • 1/2 cup Silken Tofu, firm (found in the salad dept) • 1 1/2 cup water • 1 tsp. vanilla • 1/2 cup applesauce, unsweetened

	Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
	Lightly spray and flour a 13x9x2 inch baking pan (or 2-8 inch found cake pans).
	In large bowl, sift together flour, sugar, cocoa, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
	In a food processor, puree tofu with 1/2 cup of the water.
	Add remaining water and vanilla and process until mixture is smooth.
	Add the dry ingredients and process on high until mixed.
	Add applesauce and process on high until completely mixed.
	Spread batter into pan or pans and bake for 35-40 minutes (30-35 for round pans, 15-20 for cupcakes) or until toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
	Remove cake from oven and let cool completely before frosting. You can also use a light dusting of powdered sugar instead of frosting or enjoy it unfrosted.