🍋 High-Protein Keto Lemon Cake
A soft, lemony dessert that’s high in protein, low in carbs, and made without added sugar. Perfect when you want something sweet while keeping your meal plan lighter.
🛒 Ingredients
- 1 cup plain nonfat Greek yogurt
- 2 large eggs
- 1 scoop vanilla protein powder (about 25–30 g)
- 2 tbsp almond flour
- 1–2 tbsp monk fruit sweetener, to taste
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- ½ tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
👩🍳 Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a small loaf pan or 7–8-inch cake pan with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt and eggs until smooth.
- Add the protein powder, almond flour, monk fruit, baking powder, vanilla, and salt.
- Stir in the lemon juice and zest. Mix just until everything is combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for approximately 20–25 minutes, or until the center is set and a toothpick comes out with a few moist crumbs.
- Allow it to cool for 10–15 minutes before slicing.
🍋 Optional Lemon Topping
Mix:
- 2 tbsp Greek yogurt
- A little monk fruit sweetener
- A few drops of lemon juice
- Lemon zest
Spread a thin layer over the cooled cake.
💪 Why it fits your goals
- High protein: Greek yogurt + protein powder + eggs
- Keto-friendly: uses almond flour instead of wheat flour and no regular sugar
- Weight-loss friendly: protein can help make a dessert more filling
- No added sugar: sweetened with monk fruit
⚠️ Keto tip
Check the labels on your protein powder and Greek yogurt, because carbohydrate amounts vary between brands. For strict keto, choose products with very low net carbs and no added sugar.
Tip: Cut the cake into 6–8 portions rather than eating the whole cake at once. A portion can be paired with coffee or tea for a satisfying dessert. 🍋☕
