Low Calorie Old Fashion Tea Cakes
Indulge in the timeless charm of Low Calorie Old Fashion Tea Cakes, a lighter twist on a classic Southern favorite! These tender, golden tea cakes feature a wholesome blend of all-purpose and whole wheat flour, enriched with the natural sweetness of unsweetened applesauce and a low-calorie granulated sweetener for a guilt-free treat. With just a touch of vanilla and a soft, pillowy texture, they’re perfect for pairing with tea or coffee without compromising on flavor. Quick to prepare in under 30 minutes, this recipe yields 24 tea cakes that are ideal for sharing at tea parties, brunches, or as a cozy afternoon snack. Serve these delicate, low-fat confections warm or at room temperature for a delightful, healthier take on an old-fashioned treat.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups All-purpose flour
- 0.5 cups Whole wheat flour
- 0.5 cups Low-calorie granulated sweetener
- 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 0.25 cups Unsweetened applesauce
- 1 large Egg
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon Baking powder
- 0.25 teaspoons Salt
- 2 tablespoons Low-fat milk
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, whole wheat flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, use a hand mixer or stand mixer to cream the unsalted butter and sweetener until light and fluffy, about 2 minutes.
Add the egg, vanilla extract, and applesauce to the butter mixture, and mix until well combined.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the low-fat milk, starting and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined; do not overmix.
Lightly flour your hands or a surface and form the dough into small balls, about 1-inch in diameter (or about 1 tablespoon of dough). Flatten each ball slightly with your fingers or the bottom of a glass.
Place the tea cakes on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
Bake in the preheated oven for 9-11 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. Be careful not to overbake for a softer texture.
Once baked, remove the tea cakes from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Serve and enjoy with your favorite tea or coffee!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
60 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 2.3 g | 3% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.3 g | 7% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 13 mg | 4% | |
| Sodium | 47 mg | 2% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 12.4 g | 5% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.5 g | 2% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.4 g | ||
| Protein | 1.5 g | 3% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 5 mg | 0% | |
| Iron | 0.4 mg | 2% | |
| Potassium | 21 mg | 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.
