Sugar-Free Zebra Cake
Indulge in the visually stunning and guilt-free delight of a Sugar-Free Zebra Cake, a healthier twist on a classic dessert that’s as delicious as it is eye-catching. This cake pairs a moist, tender crumb with the perfect balance of vanilla and rich chocolate flavors, all while being completely sugar-free thanks to a granulated sugar substitute like erythritol or stevia. The batter is artfully layered in alternating vanilla and chocolate stripes to create the signature zebra pattern, making it a showstopper for any occasion. With simple ingredients like Greek yogurt, unsweetened cocoa powder, and your choice of milk, this recipe comes together seamlessly in under an hour. Perfect for those seeking a low-sugar treat, the Sugar-Free Zebra Cake is a wholesome dessert that’s sure to impress your taste buds and your guests!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 250 grams All-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons Baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 150 grams Granulated sugar substitute (e.g., erythritol or stevia blend)
- 240 grams Unsweetened plain Greek yogurt
- 180 milliliters Milk (can use dairy-free milk, if preferred)
- 3 large Eggs
- 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 20 grams Unsweetened cocoa powder
- 80 milliliters Vegetable oil or melted coconut oil
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F) and grease a 9-inch (23 cm) round cake pan or line it with parchment paper.
In a large bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
In another mixing bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar substitute, yogurt, milk, eggs, vanilla extract, and vegetable oil until smooth.
Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture and gently mix until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
Divide the batter evenly into two separate bowls. In one bowl, add the unsweetened cocoa powder and mix until fully incorporated, creating a chocolate batter. Leave the other bowl as is for the vanilla batter.
To create the zebra pattern, start by pouring 2 tablespoons of vanilla batter into the center of the prepared cake pan. Then, pour 2 tablespoons of chocolate batter directly on top of the vanilla batter. Continue alternating batters in this way, always pouring into the center, until all the batter is used up.
Gently tap the pan on the counter a few times to remove air bubbles and ensure the batter evens out.
Bake the cake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Slice and enjoy your sugar-free zebra cake as a healthier treat or dessert option!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2132 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 102.5 g | 131% | |
| Saturated Fat | 19.9 g | 99% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 575 mg | 192% | |
| Sodium | 2466 mg | 107% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 375.1 g | 136% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.0 g | 50% | |
| Total Sugars | 18.1 g | ||
| Protein | 82.0 g | 164% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.4 mcg | 27% | |
| Calcium | 615 mg | 47% | |
| Iron | 17.7 mg | 98% | |
| Potassium | 1460 mg | 31% | |
*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.
