Lightened Up Coffee Cake: A Healthier Twist on a Classic Treat
Introduction to Healthful Indulgence: Lightened Up Coffee Cake offers a delightful alternative to traditional coffee cake, providing all the comforting flavors and textures with a lighter touch. With its moist cake base, sweet cinnamon streusel topping, and optional glaze, this coffee cake is perfect for enjoying with your morning cup of coffee or as a sweet treat any time of day.
Healthier Ingredients, Same Great Taste: At the heart of this coffee cake lies a combination of healthier ingredients that help lighten up the classic recipe without sacrificing flavor. Whole wheat flour adds fiber and nutrients, while Greek yogurt adds moisture and protein. Reduced-fat butter and egg substitutes help cut down on saturated fat and cholesterol, making this coffee cake a smart choice for those looking to enjoy a guilt-free indulgence.
Irresistible Cinnamon Streusel Topping: No coffee cake would be complete without a generous layer of cinnamon streusel topping, and this lightened-up version is no exception. Made with a combination of whole wheat flour, brown sugar, cinnamon, and a touch of reduced-fat butter, the streusel topping adds a sweet and crunchy texture that pairs perfectly with the moist cake base.
Optional Glaze for Added Sweetness: For an extra touch of sweetness, you can drizzle the coffee cake with a simple glaze made from powdered sugar and milk. This optional addition adds a hint of sweetness and helps tie the flavors together, elevating the coffee cake to a whole new level of deliciousness.
Perfect for Breakfast or Dessert: Whether enjoyed as a special treat for breakfast, served as a dessert after dinner, or shared with friends and family at a brunch gathering, Lightened Up Coffee Cake is sure to impress. Its moist and tender crumb, warm cinnamon flavor, and irresistible streusel topping make it a crowd-pleaser for any occasion.
Savor Every Bite: As you savor each bite of Lightened Up Coffee Cake, take a moment to appreciate the balance of flavors and textures that make this treat so special. From the moist cake base to the sweet cinnamon streusel topping, every bite is a reminder that you can enjoy delicious treats without compromising your health and wellness goals.
Conclusion: Lightened Up Coffee Cake offers a delicious and healthful twist on a classic favorite. With its wholesome ingredients, irresistible streusel topping, and optional glaze, it’s a treat that you can feel good about enjoying any time of day. Treat yourself to a slice and savor the deliciousness of this guilt-free indulgence.
Lightened Up Coffee Cake
Lightened Up Coffee Cake
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Ingredients
½ cup unsweetened applesauce or nonfat plain or Greek yogurt – I prefer using unsweetened applesauce.
½ cup zero point white sweetener- I use Lakanto Classic Monkfriut sweetener
½ cup skim milk or unsweetened almond milk
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 large egg
1 ½ cups all purpose flour or gluten-free flour
2 tsp baking powder
pinch of salt
INGREDIENTS FOR THE CINNAMON SWIRL:
1/2 cup zero point brown sugar sweetener or regular brown sugar
2 tsp ground cinnamon
2 Tbsp light butter, melted
INGREDIENTS FOR THE CRUMB TOPPING:
½ cup all-purpose flour
½ cup zero point brown sugar sweetener or regular brown sugar2 Tbsp light butter, slightly melted
1 tsp ground cinnamon
Instructions
Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Spray a 9×9 pan with non stick cooking spray. Set aside.
In a large bowl, whisk together the unsweetened applesauce or non fat yogurt, almond milk, white sweetener, egg, and vanilla. Note: I prefer using unsweetened applesauce vs non fat Greek yogurt. Greek yogurt is a bit thicker-so if it looks too thick-try adding more unsweetened almond milk before mixing it into the dry ingredients.
Add the flour, baking powder, and salt to the bowl and mix together. DO NOT OVER MIX.
Pour half of batter into prepared pan
For the Cinnamon Swirl: In a small bowl, combine the butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon
Pour cinnamon swirl into the batter in pan, and swirl with a knife. Pour the remaining batter on top and spread over the cinnamon swirl.
For the Crumb Topping: In the same small bowl mix butter, flour, brown sugar sweetener, and cinnamon until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Sprinkle topping on top of batter.
Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a tooth pick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Store leftovers in an airtight container on the counter for up to 4 days. If you want to keep it fresh for longer, you can store it in the fridge for up to 1 week or freezer for up to 3 months.
Makes 9 servings
per serving is 4 Smartpoints
4 WW Points® per serving if using Lakanto Monkfruit zero point white and brown sweetener