Healthy Pound Cake

Prep: 10 min Cook: 60 min Serves: 16 Cuisine: American

A moist, tender pound cake with subtle vanilla or almond flavor, perfect for teatime or special occasions, appealing to those seeking a healthier dessert option.

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Ingredients

  • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 cup light margarine (room temperature)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla or almond extract
  • 1 cup plain, low-fat yogurt
  • 3 egg whites

Instructions

  1. Mix all ingredients together in a large bowl.
  2. Beat with mixer at high speed for 3 to 4 minutes.
  3. Pour into a 10-inch Bundt pan coated with nonstick vegetable spray.
  4. Bake at 350°F for 1 hour, testing for doneness; it may need to cook longer.
  5. Cool upright for at least 30 minutes.
  6. Invert the pan; remove the cake and serve.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

489 kcal 24% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 24.3g 49% DV
Total Fat 20.5g 26% DV
Carbs 36.2g 13% DV
Fiber 2.1g 7% DV
Sugar 8.3g 17% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 17051.8mg 100% DV
Potassium 498mg 11% DV
Cholesterol 0.3mg

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin C 9.1mg 10% DV
Calcium 56.8mg 4% DV
Iron 1.6mg 9% DV

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

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