Low Fat Lemon Loaf
Brighten your day with this delightful Low Fat Lemon Loaf—a light and tangy treat that’s perfect for guilt-free indulgence! Packed with fresh lemon juice and zest, this moist and flavorful loaf is made with wholesome ingredients like unsweetened applesauce and low-fat yogurt, making it a healthier twist on the classic lemon loaf. Ready in just under an hour, this recipe is quick to prepare yet delivers big on citrusy goodness, ideal for breakfast, brunch, or an afternoon snack. Whether you're watching your fat intake or simply craving a zesty baked treat, this recipe is easy, satisfying, and loaded with vibrant lemon flavor.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon baking soda
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 cup granulated sugar
- 0.5 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 2 whole large eggs
- 0.25 cup fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 0.5 cup low-fat plain yogurt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the sugar and applesauce. Whisk until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the lemon juice, lemon zest, yogurt, and vanilla extract until combined.
Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients, stirring just until blended. Be careful not to overmix.
Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, spreading it evenly.
Bake in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the loaf comes out clean.
Let the lemon loaf cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then remove it from the pan and transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Slice and serve the lemon loaf once cooled. Enjoy a slice of this low fat, tangy treat!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1348 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 13.9 g | 18% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.5 g | 22% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 379 mg | 126% | |
| Sodium | 2805 mg | 122% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 274.7 g | 100% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.5 g | 27% | |
| Total Sugars | 122.5 g | ||
| Protein | 37.4 g | 75% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.6 mcg | 18% | |
| Calcium | 324 mg | 25% | |
| Iron | 10.7 mg | 59% | |
| Potassium | 818 mg | 17% | |
*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.
