Low Fat Cherry Cake

Indulge guilt-free with this delicious Low Fat Cherry Cake, a light and moist dessert that's perfect for any occasion. Made with low-fat Greek yogurt, fresh cherries, and a hint of zesty lemon, this cake offers a refreshing burst of flavor in every bite. The use of minimal oil and a combination of yogurt and milk keeps this cake wonderfully fluffy while reducing the fat content. With a quick 20-minute prep time and a simple-to-follow method, this recipe is ideal for novice and seasoned bakers alike. Finished with a delicate dusting of icing sugar, this crowd-pleasing treat makes a beautiful centerpiece for brunch, tea time, or dessert. Treat yourself to the perfect balance of sweet and tart in this healthier twist on the classic cherry cake.

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 200 grams All-purpose flour
• 1.5 teaspoons Baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 150 grams Low-fat Greek yogurt
• 100 grams Granulated sugar
• 2 large Eggs
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 250 grams Fresh cherries, pitted and halved
• 1 teaspoon Lemon zest
• 60 ml Low-fat milk
• 50 ml Vegetable oil
• 1 tablespoon Icing sugar for dusting

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and grease a 9-inch round cake pan lightly with oil or line it with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.

Step 3

In a large bowl, beat the eggs and sugar together using an electric mixer on medium speed until the mixture is thick and pale, about 3-4 minutes.

Step 4

Add the vegetable oil, low-fat Greek yogurt, vanilla extract, and lemon zest to the egg mixture. Mix on low speed until just combined.

Step 5

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the low-fat milk. Begin and end with the dry ingredients, mixing gently after each addition until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.

Step 6

Fold in the pitted and halved cherries gently using a spatula.

Step 7

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

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 9

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

Step 10

Once cooled, dust the cake lightly with icing sugar, slice, and serve. Enjoy your low-fat cherry cake!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(930.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2026.8

Total Fat 61.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 13.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 28.6g
Cholesterol 394.8mg	0%
Sodium 2078.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 326.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 12.6g	0%
Total Sugars 160.4g
Protein 50.3g	0%

Vitamin D 161.2IU	0%
Calcium 328.3mg	0%
Iron 12.0mg	0%
Potassium 1116.2mg	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: 26.8%

Protein: 9.8%

Carbs: 63.5%