Indulge in a guilt-free treat with our low-fat, low-sugar poppy seed cake. This delectable cake is a symphony of flavors and textures, featuring a moist and tender crumb studded with crunchy poppy seeds. Its delicate sweetness and nutty flavor will satisfy your cravings without compromising your health goals. As a bonus, we've included three additional recipes to tantalize your taste buds: a classic poppy seed cake, a gluten-free poppy seed cake, and a vegan poppy seed cake. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a novice in the kitchen, these recipes are easy to follow and yield stunning results.
Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!
HEALTHY LEMON POPPYSEED CAKE
This Healthy Lemon Poppyseed Cake is so moist and filling, and light and refreshing from the lemon. This could work as both a dessert treat and a balanced breakfast. This cake doesn't have any added sugar, it's 100% whole grain, and has a healthy dose of protein and fiber too!
Provided by Jessica | Desserts with Benefits
Categories Dessert
Time 1h
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Preheat your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit. Spray an 8x4" loaf pan with cooking spray and line one way with parchment paper.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the whole wheat pastry flour, erythritol, protein powder, poppyseeds, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the applesauce, yogurt, eggs, and oil. When smooth, whisk in the lemon zest, stevia extract, butter flavor, and vanilla extract.
- Dump the dry ingredients over the wet ingredients and whisk together JUST until everything is incorporated.
- Transfer batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake for ~40 minutes, or until the surface of the cake springs back when tapped. Let cool slightly in the pan, then transfer to a wire cooling rack to cool completely. Slice and serve!
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 serving = 1/8th slice, Calories 180 kcal, Carbohydrate 18 g, Protein 8 g, Fat 9 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Cholesterol 90 mg, Sodium 160 mg, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 3 g
GUILT-FREE POPPY SEED CAKE-LOW FAT, LOW SUGAR
This is my version of Poppy Seed Cake and still go back for seconds as this is truly addicting and very moist!! I make my recipe for my birthday cake and I don't feel an inch!! For more sugar free filling, take 1/2 lb of poppy seed, soak in boiling water overnight. Drain, dry and grind through food chopper, using the finest blade. Add 4 tbsp of sugar free breakfast syrup, 2 tbsp of sugar substitute, juice of 1/2 lemon and mix well and viola!1 You have sugar-free poppy seed filling!!! Diabetic Friendly
Provided by Wicked Creations
Categories Dessert
Time 1h45m
Yield 1 bundt pan, 14-16 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°F.
- Grease and flour or spray with non-stick spray12-cup bundt pan or 10 inch tube pan and set aside.
- Beat margarine and sugar substitute in a large bowl with electric mixer until light and fluffy.
- Add poppy seed filling and beat untill blended.
- Add vanilla and yogurt and beat just untill blended.
- Mix flour, baking soda and salt until blended; add to poppy seed mixture, gradually, beating well after each addition.
- In another bowl, beat egg whites with electric mixer until stiff peaks form.
- Fold egg whites into batter and spread in prepared pan.
- Bake for 60 minutes to one hour 15 minutes or until cake tester inserted in the middle comes out clean.
- Cool; Remove from pan and completely cool. Serve immediately!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 560.4, Fat 16, SaturatedFat 2.9, Cholesterol 2.3, Sodium 450.9, Carbohydrate 97, Fiber 0.6, Sugar 59.1, Protein 6.9
LOW FAT LEMON POPPY SEED CAKE
I found this recipe in the "Women Who Can Dish It Out" Cookbook. This is a very moist cake. No one will ever know it's low fat unless you tell them.
Provided by Junebug
Categories Dessert
Time 55m
Yield 1 bundt cake
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
- Combine cake mix and sugar.
- Add sour cream, water, yogurt, egg substitute and lemon juice.
- Beat at medium speed for 5-6 minutes.
- Stir in poppy seeds by hand.
- Spray a bundt pan with cooking spray and pour in the batter.
- Bake about 40 minutes or til a toothpick in center of cake comes clean.
- Cool in pan for 10 minutes.
- Stir glaze ingredients together and drizzle over warm cake.
Tips:
- Use Greek yogurt instead of butter: Greek yogurt is a healthier alternative to butter, and it helps to keep the cake moist.
- Use honey or maple syrup instead of sugar: Honey and maple syrup are natural sweeteners that are lower in calories and sugar than refined sugar.
- Use almond or oat flour instead of all-purpose flour: Almond or oat flour are healthier alternatives to all-purpose flour, and they add a nutty flavor to the cake.
- Use poppy seeds: Poppy seeds add a crunchy texture and a nutty flavor to the cake.
- Bake the cake at a low temperature: Baking the cake at a low temperature helps to prevent it from drying out.
- Let the cake cool completely before frosting it: This will help to prevent the frosting from melting.
Conclusion:
This guilt-free poppy seed cake is a delicious and healthy dessert that is perfect for any occasion. It is low in fat, sugar, and calories, and it is packed with flavor. With its moist texture, crunchy poppy seeds, and nutty flavor, this cake is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it.
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