Best 5 Low Fat Lemon Tea Cake Recipes
Craving a delightful treat that satisfies your sweet tooth without compromising your health goals? Look no further than our culinary guide to creating the perfect low fat lemon tea cake. This light and refreshing cake will tantalize your taste buds with its zesty lemon flavor and moist, fluffy texture, all while being mindful of your dietary preferences. Dive into the world of low fat baking as we unveil the secrets to achieving a delectable cake that is both indulgent and guilt-free. Embark on this flavorful journey with us, and discover the perfect harmony of tangy citrus, aromatic tea, and a touch of sweetness in every bite. Let's unveil the art of creating a low fat lemon tea cake that is sure to impress even the most discerning palate.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
LEMON TEA BREAD
This moist, lemony quick bread makes a delightful breakfast or dessert. -Dorothy Denny, Williams Lake, British Columbia
Provided by Taste of Home
Time 55m
Yield 1 loaf (8 slices).
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a small bowl, cream butter and sugar. Add egg and lemon zest; beat well. Combine the flour, baking powder and salt; add to creamed mixture alternately with milk. , Transfer to a 5-3/4x3x2-in. loaf pan coated with cooking spray. Bake at 350° for 40-45 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pan to a wire rack. Combine glaze ingredients; drizzle over warm bread.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 162 calories, Fat 7g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 42mg cholesterol, Sodium 113mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (15g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 2g protein.
MOIST LEMON TEA CAKES
Whenever I serve these lovely bite-size glazed cakes, they get rave reviews...and I get requests for the recipe. Lemon and cream cheese make for a winning combination.-Charlene Crump, Montgomery, Alabama
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 40m
Yield 8-1/2 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- In a large bowl, cream the butter, cream cheese and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in the lemon juice, extracts and lemon zest. Add flour; beat just until moistened., Fill greased miniature muffin cups two-thirds full. Bake at 325° for 10-15 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool for 5 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks to cool completely. , In a small bowl, combine glaze ingredients. Dip tops of cakes into glaze; place on waxed paper to dry.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 93 calories, Fat 4g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 22mg cholesterol, Sodium 38mg sodium, Carbohydrate 14g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.
LOW-FAT LEMON TEA CAKE
A lovely low fat lemon tea cake with poppy seeds. My family loves this one so much that the gobble it down soo fast! Like in one day - especially my brother.
Provided by iPriscilla
Categories Breads
Time 1h5m
Yield 12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Mix flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt together in a large bowl. Make a well in the middle, set aside.
- Mix the rest of the ingredients together in another medium sized bowl; pour it in the middle of the dry ingredients, and stir JUST UNTIL IT IS MIXED TOGETHER. If you overstir it, it will become a tough piece of crap.
- Preheat an oven to 350 degrees and wait 2 minutes; grease a loaf pan(9x5x2 1/2 i think).
- Bake for about 45 minutes, until the crust is brown and if you stick a toothpick inside it will come out clean.
LEMON TEA CAKE WITH HONEY GLAZE (LOW-FAT AND WHOLE-WHEAT)
This luscious, lemony loaf cake goes together fast, travels well- you can pop it back in the loaf pan once it has cooled to protect it en route- and stays moist. No one will guess this moist, sweet cake with a bright citrus tang is low-fat and made entirely with whole-wheat flour. Feel free to double the recipe and freeze the second loaf for future take-along use. From the newspaper.
Provided by BecR2400
Categories Quick Breads
Time 1h15m
Yield 1 loaf, 12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Coat a loaf pan with nonstick cooking spray.
- To make batter:.
- Beat sugar, oil, eggs, lemon juice and zest with an electric mixer for about 1 to 2 minutes, or until pale and thick.
- Gradually pour in buttermilk, and beat until smooth.
- Combine flour, baking powder and salt in a separate bowl.
- Stir flour mixture into egg mixture with a wooden spoon.
- Pour the batter into prepared loaf pans.
- Bake 1 hour and 15 minutes, or until a toothpick inverted in the center comes out clean.
- To make glaze:.
- Warm lemon juice, honey and sugar in small saucepan over low heat until sugar dissolves.
- Pierce top of hot cake all over with wooden skewer or toothpick.
- Generously brush honey glaze over bread so it seeps into holes.
- Cool 20 minutes in pan. Unmold, and cool on wire rack before wrapping in plastic wrap to store.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 245.1, Fat 7.7, SaturatedFat 1.3, Cholesterol 31.8, Sodium 221.9, Carbohydrate 41.8, Fiber 2.8, Sugar 23, Protein 5.1
BITE-SIZE LEMON TEA CAKES
These bite-sized cakes are so delicious and addictive... you can't eat just one! I always make a full batch and never have any leftovers. These are a staple on my Easter menu.
Provided by Firebal
Categories Desserts Fruit Dessert Recipes Lemon Dessert Recipes
Time 1h50m
Yield 48
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Grease 2 mini muffin tins.
- Combine white sugar, butter, and cream cheese in a large bowl; beat with an electric mixer until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in lemon juice, 2 teaspoons lemon extract, lemon zest, and vanilla extract. Add flour; beat until batter is just moistened.
- Pour batter into muffin tins, filling each cup 2/3 full.
- Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted near the center comes out clean, 10 to 15 minutes. Cool for 5 minutes. Transfer to wire racks to cool completely, about 10 minutes.
- Whisk confectioners' sugar, 1/2 cup plus 3 tablespoons milk, and 3 1/2 teaspoons lemon extract together in a bowl to make glaze.
- Dip tops of cakes in the glaze; place cakes on the wire racks until glaze is set, at least 1 hour.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 195.4 calories, Carbohydrate 28.9 g, Cholesterol 43.9 mg, Fat 8.2 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 2.1 g, SaturatedFat 4.9 g, Sodium 65.2 mg, Sugar 22.5 g
Tips:
- Using fresh lemon zest and juice is crucial for achieving the best flavor in this cake. Make sure to zest and juice the lemons just before baking for optimal freshness.
- Do not overmix the batter, as this can result in a tough, dense cake. Mix just until the ingredients are combined.
- For a more pronounced lemon flavor, consider adding a teaspoon of lemon extract to the batter.
- To achieve a crispy, golden-brown crust, brush the top of the cake with melted butter before baking.
- For a sweeter cake, sprinkle a mixture of sugar and cinnamon on top before baking.
- Allow the cake to cool completely before serving. This will help it set properly and prevent it from crumbling.
- Store the cake in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
Conclusion:
This low-fat lemon tea cake offers a delightful balance of sweet and tangy flavors, making it a perfect treat for any occasion. Its moist and fluffy texture, coupled with the refreshing lemon zest and juice, creates a flavor combination that is sure to satisfy. Whether you serve it as a snack, dessert, or tea-time accompaniment, this low-fat lemon tea cake is sure to be a hit.
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