Easy Zesty Keto Lemon Pound Cake with Glaze
This delightful Easy Zesty Keto Lemon Pound Cake with Glaze is a low-carb treat perfect for satisfying your sweet cravings while staying true to your keto diet. Enjoy the vibrant lemon flavor in every slice!
Equipment
- Loaf Pan
- Large mixing bowl
- Small Saucepan
Ingredients
For the Cake
- 2 1/2 cups almond flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 cup sugar-free granulated sweetener
- 3 large eggs beaten
- 7 fluid ounces full-fat Greek yogurt
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- 1 lemon zest from 1 lemon
For the Lemon Simple Syrup
- 2 tablespoons sugar-free powdered sweetener
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- Pinch xanthan gum
For the Lemon Glaze
- 2/3 cup sugar-free powdered sweetener
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly spray a standard loaf pan with cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the almond flour, baking soda, kosher salt, and granulated sweetener. Whisk them together until they're well blended.
- Pour in the beaten eggs, Greek yogurt, vanilla extract, ¼ cup lemon juice, and the fresh lemon zest. Mix everything thoroughly until your batter is smooth and lump-free.
- Pour the cake batter evenly into your prepared loaf pan. Place it in the preheated oven and bake for about 30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Once baked, remove the cake from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes.
- While the cake is cooling, combine the 2 tablespoons powdered sweetener, ¼ cup lemon juice, and a pinch of xanthan gum in a small saucepan. Heat over medium heat for a few minutes, stirring constantly until the sweetener is completely dissolved and the syrup is smooth.
- Spoon this warm lemon simple syrup evenly over the top of the slightly cooled cake while it's still in the pan. This adds an extra burst of lemon flavor!
- Once your cake has fully cooled (this is important for the glaze to set), gently remove it from the loaf pan. In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the ⅔ cup powdered sweetener and ¼ cup lemon juice until you have a smooth, creamy glaze.
- Drizzle or spoon the lemon glaze generously over the top of your completely cooled lemon pound cake. Slice into 12 servings and get ready to enjoy this delightful, low-carb treat!
Notes
Feel free to use your favorite sugar-free sweetener. Ensure the cake is fully cooled before glazing for the best result.
Nutrition Information per serving:
- Calories: 273
- Total Carbs: 5g
- Net Carbs: 2g
- Fats: 15g
- Protein: 8g
