Diet Delight Coffee Cake

Indulge guilt-free with this Diet Delight Coffee Cake, a wonderfully moist and wholesome treat that’s perfect for breakfast, brunch, or an afternoon pick-me-up. Made with a nourishing blend of whole wheat and almond flours, this recipe skips the refined sugar, opting for natural sweetness from honey and unsweetened applesauce. A hint of cinnamon adds warmth, while Greek yogurt and almond milk contribute to its tender crumb. Top it off with an optional sprinkle of brown sugar substitute and cinnamon for a light, flavorful finish. Ready in under an hour, this healthier coffee cake delivers big on taste without derailing your health goals. Perfect for sharing or savoring solo, it’s a delightful way to satisfy those cozy cake cravings!

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups whole wheat flour
• 0.5 cups almond flour
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoons baking soda
• 1 teaspoons ground cinnamon
• 0.25 teaspoons salt
• 0.5 cups unsweetened applesauce
• 0.5 cups plain Greek yogurt (low-fat)
• 0.25 cups honey
• 0.25 cups unsweetened almond milk
• 1 large egg
• 1 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
• 0.25 cups chopped walnuts
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar substitute (optional, for topping)
• 0.5 teaspoons extra cinnamon (optional, for topping)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease an 8x8-inch square baking pan or line it with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the whole wheat flour, almond flour, baking powder, baking soda, ground cinnamon, and salt.

Step 3

In a separate medium bowl, mix the wet ingredients: unsweetened applesauce, Greek yogurt, honey, almond milk, egg, and vanilla extract, until smooth and well combined.

Step 4

Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and gently fold them together until just combined. Do not overmix the batter.

Step 5

If using, fold in the chopped walnuts for added texture and flavor.

Step 6

Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread it out evenly with a spatula.

Step 7

For an optional topping, mix the brown sugar substitute and extra cinnamon in a small bowl, then sprinkle it over the batter.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 28-32 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 9

Remove the coffee cake from the oven and allow it to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 10

Slice into 8 pieces and serve as is or with a dollop of low-fat whipped cream or a drizzle of honey.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(720.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1623.7

Total Fat 57.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 7.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.1g
Cholesterol 225.4mg	0%
Sodium 2320.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 246.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 32.3g	0%
Total Sugars 92.9g
Protein 56.8g	0%

Vitamin D 75.7IU	0%
Calcium 470.2mg	0%
Iron 11.3mg	0%
Potassium 1233.6mg	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: 29.8%

Protein: 13.1%

Carbs: 57.1%