Low Fat Zitronenkuchen
Light, zesty, and irresistibly moist, this Low Fat Zitronenkuchen is a guilt-free twist on the classic German lemon cake. Made with low-fat yogurt, light olive oil, and freshly squeezed lemon juice, this recipe delivers bright citrus flavor in every bite while keeping the fat content to a minimum. The cake comes together effortlessly in just 15 minutes, with a tender crumb and a beautiful tangy glaze that takes it to the next level. Perfect as a refreshing dessert or an afternoon tea treat, this lemon loaf cake is the ultimate combination of simplicity and sophistication. Plus, it’s baked in a single pan and uses staple pantry ingredients, making it as convenient as it is delicious. Try this crowd-pleasing low-fat cake today for an easy way to satisfy your sweet tooth without the guilt!
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Ingredients
- 200 grams all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon baking soda
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 150 grams plain low-fat yogurt
- 100 grams granulated sugar
- 50 milliliters light olive oil
- 2 whole large eggs
- 2 teaspoons lemon zest
- 3 tablespoons lemon juice
- 50 grams powdered sugar (for glaze)
- 1.5 tablespoons lemon juice (for glaze)
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and lightly grease a 9x5-inch (or similar size) loaf pan with non-stick spray or line it with parchment paper.
Step 2
In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
Step 3
In a large mixing bowl, combine the low-fat yogurt, granulated sugar, light olive oil, eggs, lemon zest, and lemon juice. Whisk until well combined and smooth.
Step 4
Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients, folding gently with a spatula until just combined. Avoid overmixing to prevent a dense cake.
Step 5
Pour the batter evenly into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
Step 6
Bake the cake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Step 7
Remove the cake from the oven and allow it to cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Step 8
Once the cake is cooled, prepare the glaze by mixing the powdered sugar and lemon juice in a small bowl until smooth.
Step 9
Drizzle the glaze evenly over the top of the cake and let it set for 10-15 minutes before slicing and serving.
Step 10
Enjoy your Low Fat Zitronenkuchen as a light, lemony dessert or snack!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (730.0g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2002.4 |
| Total Fat 64.5g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 11.8g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 380.6mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1918.1mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 322.3g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 6.4g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 161.3g | |
| Protein 40.8g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 157.8IU | 0% |
| Calcium 372.0mg | 0% |
| Iron 11.4mg | 0% |
| Potassium 818.2mg | 0% |
Source of Calories