Diabetic Sunshine Orange Cake

Brighten your dessert table with this irresistible Diabetic Sunshine Orange Cake, a wholesome treat designed for those watching their sugar intake! Bursting with natural citrus flavor from freshly squeezed orange juice and vibrant orange zest, this cake achieves a moist, fluffy texture with the help of unsweetened applesauce and nonfat Greek yogurt. Sweetened naturally with granulated erythritol, it’s a guilt-free indulgence perfect for diabetics or anyone seeking a low-sugar dessert option. Ready in under an hour, this easy-to-make cake combines simple ingredients like almond milk and vanilla for a delightful homemade touch. Serve it plain or garnish with extra orange zest for a show-stopping finish!

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 2 cups All-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons Baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Baking soda
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 0.75 cup Granulated erythritol (sugar substitute)
• 0.5 cup Unsweetened applesauce
• 0.5 cup Nonfat plain Greek yogurt
• 2 pieces Large eggs
• 1 tablespoon Orange zest
• 0.5 cup Freshly squeezed orange juice
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 0.25 cup Unsweetened almond milk

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9-inch round cake pan or line it with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set the dry mix aside.

Step 3

In another bowl, mix the granulated erythritol, applesauce, and Greek yogurt until smooth and creamy.

Step 4

Add the eggs, one at a time, to the wet ingredients, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the orange zest, orange juice, and vanilla extract.

Step 5

Slowly add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with the almond milk. Mix until just combined; do not overmix.

Step 6

Pour the batter evenly into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top with a spatula.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 8

Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 9

Optional: Garnish with additional orange zest or a dusting of powdered erythritol before serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(973.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1242.3

Total Fat 14.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 3.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.2g
Cholesterol 378.1mg	0%
Sodium 2345.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 401.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 9.7g	0%
Total Sugars 27.4g
Protein 51.1g	0%

Vitamin D 102.0IU	0%
Calcium 358.5mg	0%
Iron 14.2mg	0%
Potassium 957.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 6.6%

Protein: 10.6%

Carbs: 82.9%