Marra's Low Fat Sugar Lemon Loaf

Brighten your day with Marra's Low Fat Sugar Lemon Loaf, a guilt-free treat bursting with zesty lemon flavor and wholesome ingredients. This light and moist loaf swaps traditional fats and refined sugars for healthier alternatives like Greek yogurt, unsweetened applesauce, and honey, delivering a naturally sweet and tangy flavor profile you'll love. Easy to prepare in just 15 minutes, this recipe combines the refreshing zest and juice of lemons with a tender crumb that's perfect for breakfast, brunch, or an afternoon pick-me-up. Optionally topped with a light powdered sugar glaze, this low-fat lemon loaf strikes the perfect balance between indulgence and nutrition. Whether you're watching your calories or just craving a healthier dessert, it's a simple, satisfying choice the whole family will enjoy!

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:50 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 10

Ingredients

• 210 grams All-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons Baking powder
• 0.25 teaspoons Salt
• 120 grams Plain Greek yogurt (low-fat or non-fat)
• 70 grams Honey
• 2 large Eggs
• 60 milliliters Lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon Lemon zest
• 60 grams Unsweetened applesauce
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 30 grams Powdered sugar (optional for glaze)
• 1 tablespoon Water (optional for glaze)
• 1 spray Non-stick cooking spray

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan with non-stick cooking spray and set aside.

Step 2

In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Set this dry mixture aside.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, combine the Greek yogurt, honey, and eggs. Whisk until well blended.

Step 4

Add the lemon juice, lemon zest, applesauce, and vanilla extract to the wet mixture. Whisk until uniform and smooth.

Step 5

Gradually fold the dry mixture into the wet mixture using a spatula or wooden spoon. Mix just until the batter is combined and there are no visible streaks of flour. Avoid overmixing to keep the loaf tender.

Step 6

Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and use a spatula to smooth the surface evenly.

Step 7

Bake the lemon loaf in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 8

Remove the loaf from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then, transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 9

If adding a glaze, whisk together the powdered sugar and water in a small bowl until smooth. Drizzle the glaze over the cooled loaf and allow it to set before slicing.

Step 10

Slice the loaf into 10 equal pieces and serve. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(686.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1386.0

Total Fat 12.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 3.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 376mg	0%
Sodium 1687.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 271.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 7.7g	0%
Total Sugars 99.9g
Protein 48.6g	0%

Vitamin D 82IU	0%
Calcium 229.8mg	0%
Iron 12.1mg	0%
Potassium 726.6mg	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: 8.1%

Protein: 14.0%

Carbs: 77.9%