Bolo de Limão

Bolo de Limão is a light and refreshing Brazilian lemon cake that offers a burst of citrus flavor with every bite. This healthier version is made with whole ingredients, making it a perfect guilt-free dessert option.

Ingredients

• Whole wheat flour - 100 grams
• Almond flour - 50 grams
• Baking powder - 1 teaspoon
• Coconut sugar - 80 grams
• Greek yogurt - 100 grams
• Egg - 1 large
• Fresh lemon juice - 30 ml
• Lemon zest - 1 teaspoon
• Olive oil - 30 ml
• Vanilla extract - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - a pinch

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F) and grease a small cake pan.
2. In a mixing bowl, combine whole wheat flour, almond flour, baking powder, coconut sugar, and salt.
3. In another bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt, egg, lemon juice, lemon zest, olive oil, and vanilla extract until smooth.
4. Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined.
5. Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
6. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
7. Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
8. Slice and serve, optionally garnished with fresh lemon slices.

Nutrition

• Calories: 180
• Protein: 5 g
• Carbs: 24 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 6 g
• Sodium: 50 mg
• Cholesterol: 50 mg
• Total Fat: 7 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
• Water: 0.1 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in fiber from whole wheat and almond flour, promoting digestive health.
• Contains protein from Greek yogurt, aiding in muscle repair and satiety.

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