Description
This Sugar Free Lemon Bundt Cake is a moist, tangy, and delightful dessert that perfectly balances zesty lemon flavor with a light crumb, all without any added sugar. Using sugar alternatives and a blend of butter and coconut oil, this cake is a healthier twist on a classic favorite. Finished with a sugar-free lemon glaze, it’s perfect for those seeking a lower sugar treat that doesn’t compromise on taste.
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 3 cups Flour
- 2 tsp Baking Powder
- ½ tsp Baking Soda
Wet Ingredients
- 4 Eggs
- 1½ cups Sugar Alternative (granular, see post for details)
- ¾ cups Butter (melted)
- ⅓ cup Coconut Oil
- 2 tsp Vanilla Extract
- ¾ cup Buttermilk
- ½ cup Greek Yogurt
- 4 tbsp Lemon Juice (divided)
- 4 tsp Lemon Zest (divided)
- 8 drops Yellow Food Coloring (optional)
Icing Ingredients
- 1 cup Sugar Free Powdered Sugar
- 2½ tbsp Lemon Juice (or as needed for consistency)
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour your bundt cake pan thoroughly to ensure the cake doesn’t stick.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, sift or whisk together the flour, baking powder, and baking soda to evenly distribute the leavening agents and remove lumps.
- Beat Eggs and Sugar Alternative: In a large mixing bowl fitted with a paddle attachment, beat the eggs and sugar alternative on medium-high speed for about three minutes until the mixture becomes fluffy and pale in color, incorporating air for a light texture.
- Add Fats and Flavoring: Scrape the sides of the bowl. Gradually beat in the melted butter, coconut oil, and vanilla extract, mixing gently after each addition to maintain the batter’s consistency.
- Incorporate Dairy and Lemon: Add the buttermilk, Greek yogurt, half of the lemon juice, half of the lemon zest, and optional yellow food coloring. Mix until fully combined.
- Combine Dry and Wet Mixtures: Lower the mixer speed to low, then gradually add the dry ingredients. Mix just until combined to avoid overworking the batter and ensuring a tender crumb.
- Transfer Batter and Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared bundt pan. Tap the pan gently on the countertop a few times to release any air bubbles and spread the batter evenly. Bake for 55-65 minutes or until a toothpick inserted near the center comes out clean.
- Cool Cake: Allow the cake to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes to set before turning it out onto a wire rack to cool completely, which prevents cracking and sticking.
- Prepare the Glaze: In a bowl, whisk together the sugar-free powdered sugar and 2 tablespoons of the remaining lemon juice. Add up to an additional tablespoon of lemon juice as needed to achieve a thick, pourable glaze consistency.
- Glaze and Garnish: Once the cake is completely cool, drizzle the lemon glaze evenly over the cake’s surface. Sprinkle the remaining lemon zest on top for a fresh, vibrant finish. Serve and enjoy!
Notes
- You can substitute the sugar alternative with erythritol or a monk fruit blend for best results.
- The lemon zest and juice should be fresh for optimal lemon flavor.
- Make sure the cake is fully cooled before adding the glaze to prevent it from melting.
- If you don’t have a bundt pan, you can use a tube pan or a regular cake pan, though baking time may vary slightly.
- Yellow food coloring is optional and only used for aesthetic purposes.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American