Weight Watchers Lemon Cake

Here’s a simple and delicious Weight Watchers Lemon Cake recipe that is light, flavorful, and easy to make!

Ingredients:

• 1 box of sugar-free yellow cake mix (you can find this in most stores)
• 1 cup of water
• 1/2 cup of unsweetened applesauce (instead of oil to reduce calories)
• 1 package of sugar-free lemon gelatin (for extra lemon flavor)
• 1/2 cup of plain non-fat Greek yogurt (adds creaminess)
• 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
• 1/4 teaspoon of lemon extract (optional for a more intense lemon flavor)

For the glaze:

• 1/2 cup powdered sugar (you can use a sugar substitute for lower calories)
• 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
• 1/4 teaspoon of lemon zest (optional, for added freshness)

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish or line it with parchment paper.
2. Prepare the cake batter:
   • In a large bowl, combine the sugar-free cake mix, water, applesauce, lemon gelatin, Greek yogurt, vanilla extract, and lemon extract (if using).
   • Mix well until all ingredients are fully combined. The batter will be a bit thick.
3. Bake the cake:
   • Pour the cake batter into the prepared baking dish and spread it out evenly.
   • Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
4. Prepare the glaze:
   • While the cake is baking, whisk together the powdered sugar, lemon juice, and lemon zest in a small bowl until smooth.
5. Glaze the cake:
   • Once the cake is done, allow it to cool for about 10 minutes in the pan.
   • Pour the lemon glaze evenly over the warm cake. The glaze will soak into the cake, giving it a moist and tangy finish.
6. Let the cake cool completely before cutting into it.

Servings:

• This recipe makes about 12 servings, and each serving is light on points if you’re following the Weight Watchers program.

Enjoy your lemon cake guilt-free! It’s a refreshing, lower-calorie dessert that still satisfies your sweet tooth!