Description

This Weight Watchers Lemon Cake is a light and tangy dessert that’s perfect for those seeking a healthier treat. Made with a sugar-free or reduced-calorie lemon cake mix and non-fat Greek yogurt, it delivers moist texture and fresh citrus flavor without extra guilt. Easy to prepare and bake in under 40 minutes, it’s ideal for a quick snack or a light dessert option for family and friends.

Ingredients

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Cake Batter

1 box lemon cake mix (use a sugar-free or reduced-calorie variety)
1 cup non-fat plain Greek yogurt
3 large eggs
1/4 cup lemon juice
1 teaspoon lemon zest
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 cup water

Optional Topping

1/4 cup powdered sugar (optional, for dusting)

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Instructions

Preheat and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking pan to prevent the cake from sticking.
Mix Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the lemon cake mix, non-fat plain Greek yogurt, eggs, lemon juice, lemon zest, vanilla extract, and water. Stir thoroughly until the batter is smooth and all ingredients are fully incorporated.
Pour Batter: Pour the prepared cake batter evenly into the greased baking pan, smoothing out the top to ensure even baking.
Bake: Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center of the cake comes out clean, indicating it is fully cooked.
Cool: Remove the cake from the oven and allow it to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack to set the texture and make it easier to slice.
Dust and Serve: Once cooled, optionally dust the top with powdered sugar. Slice the cake into 12 even servings and enjoy.

Notes

For best results, use a sugar-free or reduced-calorie lemon cake mix to keep the recipe light and suitable for Weight Watchers.
Non-fat plain Greek yogurt helps keep the cake moist without adding excess fat.
You can substitute lemon juice with fresh-squeezed lemons for a more natural flavor.
Powdered sugar dusting is optional but adds a nice finishing touch to the presentation and flavor.
If you prefer, you can add lemon glaze or a light frosting as an alternative topping, but this will change the nutritional profile.