Sugar-Free Orange Delight Cake
Description
This is a soft, fluffy, and naturally sweet orange cake made without refined sugar! 🍊 Sweetened with honey or a sugar substitute, it’s a perfect guilt-free dessert for diabetics or anyone reducing sugar intake.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour (or almond flour for low-carb)
- 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce (for natural sweetness)
- 1/3 cup honey or 1/2 cup erythritol/xylitol/monk fruit sweetener
- 1/2 cup butter (or coconut oil for dairy-free)
- 1/2 cup fresh orange juice
- Zest of 1 orange
- 3 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup milk (optional, for extra moisture)
Instructions
1. Prepare the Batter
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a loaf or round cake pan.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, beat butter and applesauce until well combined.
- Add honey (or sugar substitute), eggs, orange juice, zest, and vanilla. Mix well.
- Gradually fold in the dry ingredients, stirring gently. If the batter is too thick, add milk.
2. Bake the Cake
- Pour the batter into the greased cake pan.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
3. Serve & Enjoy
- Dust with powdered erythritol or drizzle with an orange glaze made with sugar-free sweetener!
Notes & Tips
✅ Use fresh oranges for natural sweetness.
✅ For extra moisture, use Greek yogurt instead of butter.
✅ For a keto-friendly version, use almond flour instead of all-purpose flour and monk fruit sweetener instead of honey.
✅ For an eggless version, replace each egg with ¼ cup unsweetened yogurt or flaxseed meal (1 tbsp flaxseed + 3 tbsp water per egg).
Servings & Nutritional Info
- Servings: 6-8
- Calories per serving: ~180-220
- Carbs: ~25g (lower if using almond flour)
- Protein: ~5g
- Fats: ~8g
Health Benefits
🍊 Oranges – High in vitamin C, good for immunity and skin.
🥥 Coconut oil (if used) – Provides healthy fats and boosts metabolism.
🌱 Sugar-free sweeteners – Help maintain blood sugar levels.
Q&A
1. Can I use stevia instead?
Yes! Use 1/2 teaspoon liquid stevia or 1/4 cup stevia powder as a sugar replacement.
2. How do I store this cake?
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for 3-4 days or refrigerate for up to a week.
3. Can I make muffins instead?
Yes! Pour the batter into a muffin tin and bake at 350°F (175°C) for 15-18 minutes.
Would you like a diabetic-friendly glaze recipe to go with it? 😊