Healthy Yellow Cake Recipe
Ingredients
This recipe for a healthy yellow cake is simple and delicious. To make it, you will need the following ingredients:
- 2 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
- 2 ½ teaspoons baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¾ cup butter, at room temperature
- 1 ¾ cups granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F and grease a 9-inch round cake pan lightly. In a medium bowl, mix together the flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt. Set aside.
In the bowl of your electric mixer, beat the butter and sugar until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes. Add in the eggs one at a time, then the vanilla extract, and mix until just combined. With the mixer on low, add in the dry ingredients alternately with the buttermilk, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients. Do not overmix. Stir in the lemon zest.
Pour the batter into your prepared cake pan. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean. Let cool in the pan for 10 minutes before turning out onto a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutrition
This healthy yellow cake has a moderate amount of calories per serving, at around 250 per slice. It is also high in carbohydrates, with 26 grams per slice. It is low in fat, with only 6 grams per slice, and has 2 grams of protein per slice. This cake is a good source of dietary fiber, with 3 grams per slice, and provides 10 percent of the recommended daily allowance of calcium.
This cake is also low in sodium, with only 10 milligrams per slice. It is a good source of vitamin A, with 5 percent of the recommended daily allowance, and is also a good source of iron, with 4 percent of the recommended daily allowance.
This cake is a great treat for those counting calories, as it has much less sugar and fat than traditional yellow cakes. It is also a good choice for those looking for a healthier alternative to other cakes.
Serving Ideas
This healthy yellow cake is perfect for any occasion. Serve it plain, or top with fresh berries and a dollop of whipped cream for a special treat. You can also top it with a sugar-free icing for a healthier alternative. This cake can also be served with a scoop of your favorite ice cream for a delicious dessert.
This cake is perfect for a birthday celebration, or to simply have as a special treat. It is a great way to indulge without all the added sugar and fat. Enjoy this delicious and healthy yellow cake for any occasion.
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