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Slices of lemon, chocolate, and vanilla bundt cakes are dusted with powdered sugar and decorated with fresh raspberries and blueberries.

Classic Diabetic-Friendly Pound Cake


  • Author: Melba
  • Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
  • Yield: 10 servings
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

Enjoy the comforting taste of a traditional pound cake without the blood sugar spike! This recipe uses a sugar substitute to create a moist, dense, and flavorful cake that is perfect for anyone watching their sugar intake. It’s a simple, satisfying dessert that doesn’t compromise on taste.


Ingredients

  • 1 ½ cups almond flour, finely ground

  • ½ cup coconut flour

  • 1 teaspoon baking powder

  • ½ teaspoon salt

  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened

  • ¾ cup granular erythritol or your preferred sugar substitute

  • 4 large eggs

  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

  • ½ cup unsweetened almond milk


Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C). Grease and flour a 9×5 inch loaf pan.

  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the almond flour, coconut flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.

  3. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and erythritol until light and fluffy.

  4. Beat in the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.

  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined.

  6. Slowly pour in the almond milk and mix until the batter is smooth.

  7. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

  8. Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

Variations: Add 1 tablespoon of lemon zest for a citrus flavor or ½ teaspoon of almond extract for a nutty flavor. You can also add ½ cup of sugar-free chocolate chips or chopped nuts.

Serving Suggestions: Serve slices of pound cake plain or with sugar-free whipped cream and fresh berries. Lightly toasting a slice brings out the flavors more.

Intolerances/Allergies: This recipe is gluten-free and can be made dairy-free by substituting vegan butter. However, it contains eggs and tree nuts (almonds). Use substitutes carefully based on allergies.

Taste Adjustments: If you prefer a sweeter cake, you can gradually increase the amount of sweetener used. Alternatively, adjust other flavors.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 55 minutes
  • Category: Dessert, Cake
  • Method: Oven
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1/10 of recipe
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 2g (from natural sources and minimal from substitute)
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 12g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 14g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Protein: 6g
  • Cholesterol: 85mg

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