Description
A light, moist, and flavorful lemon cake made without white flour, combining almond and coconut flours with Greek yogurt and fresh lemon for a healthier alternative to traditional cakes.
Ingredients
1 cup almond flour
1/2 cup coconut flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
1/2 cup honey or maple syrup
2 large eggs
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon lemon zest
1/4 cup olive oil or melted coconut oil
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line a 9-inch round cake pan with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the almond flour, coconut flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, combine the Greek yogurt, honey or maple syrup, eggs, lemon juice, lemon zest, olive oil (or melted coconut oil), and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Optional: Dust with powdered sugar or drizzle with a lemon glaze before serving.
Notes
Store any leftover cake in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
For longer storage, refrigerate it for up to 1 week.
To reheat, warm a slice in the microwave for about 10-15 seconds or place it in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for a few minutes until warmed through.
If you’re looking to change up the flavors, you can add berries or swap the lemon for orange zest and juice.
For a dairy-free option, use coconut yogurt instead of Greek yogurt.
For a vegan version, substitute the eggs with a flax egg.
The cake can be frozen for up to 3 months; thaw at room temperature before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
