Low Fat Zitronenkuchen
Discover the perfect balance of tangy citrus flavor and guilt-free indulgence with this Low Fat Zitronenkuchen recipe! A delightful twist on the classic German lemon cake, this lightened-up version uses low-fat yogurt and olive oil to create a moist, tender crumb without the heavy calories. Infused with fresh lemon zest and juice, every bite bursts with vibrant, zesty goodness, while a simple lemon glaze adds just the right amount of sweetness. Ready in under an hour, this healthy lemon cake is perfect as a refreshing dessert, teatime treat, or anytime snack. Try this easy-to-make recipe and savor the taste of sunshine with fewer calories!
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Recipe Information
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)
Instructions
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.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
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.
Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients, folding gently with a spatula until just combined. Avoid overmixing to prevent a dense cake.
Pour the batter evenly into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
Bake the cake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
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.
Once the cake is cooled, prepare the glaze by mixing the powdered sugar and lemon juice in a small bowl until smooth.
Drizzle the glaze evenly over the top of the cake and let it set for 10-15 minutes before slicing and serving.
Enjoy your Low Fat Zitronenkuchen as a light, lemony dessert or snack!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2002 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 64.5 g | 83% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.8 g | 59% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 381 mg | 127% | |
| Sodium | 1918 mg | 83% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 322.3 g | 117% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.4 g | 23% | |
| Total Sugars | 161.3 g | ||
| Protein | 40.8 g | 82% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.9 mcg | 20% | |
| Calcium | 372 mg | 29% | |
| Iron | 11.4 mg | 63% | |
| 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.
