Sugar-Free Lemon Cake Slice
Bright, zesty, and guilt-free, this Sugar-Free Lemon Cake Slice is a delightful treat for anyone looking to indulge while staying mindful of their sugar intake. Made with a nutritious blend of almond and coconut flours, this recipe is naturally gluten-free and packed with the tangy freshness of real lemon zest and juice. Sweetened with granular erythritol, it delivers all the sweetness without the sugar, making it perfect for low-carb or keto lifestyles. The addition of unsweetened applesauce and melted butter keeps the cake irresistibly moist, while a hint of vanilla rounds out the flavor. Ready in under 45 minutes, these tender cake slices are easy to prepare and perfect for dessert, snacktime, or even a light brunch. Serve chilled or at room temperature for a refreshing pop of citrusy goodness!
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Ingredients
- 1.5 cups almond flour
- 0.5 cup coconut flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon baking soda
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.75 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 0.5 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 3 eggs
- 2 tablespoons lemon zest
- 0.5 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 0.75 cup granular erythritol
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C). Grease and line a 9x9 inch (23x23 cm) square baking pan with parchment paper.
Step 2
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the almond flour, coconut flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until well combined.
Step 3
In another bowl, mix the unsweetened applesauce, melted butter, beaten eggs, lemon zest, lemon juice, vanilla extract, and granular erythritol until smooth and well blended.
Step 4
Slowly add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing gently until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
Step 5
Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan, spreading it out evenly with a spatula.
Step 6
Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.
Step 7
Remove from the oven and allow the cake to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Step 8
Once cooled, slice into squares and enjoy your sugar-free lemon cake slices.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (986.8g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2281.6 |
| Total Fat 191.7g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 79.0g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g | |
| Cholesterol 816.3mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2408.0mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 285.7g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 44.3g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 31.9g | |
| Protein 63.2g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 123IU | 0% |
| Calcium 475.5mg | 0% |
| Iron 11.5mg | 0% |
| Potassium 922.6mg | 0% |
Source of Calories