Diet Delight Coffee Cake Recipe

A delicious, healthy twist on a classic Depression-era recipe! This coffee cake, passed down through three generations, is surprisingly light and moist, thanks to a secret ingredient: mayonnaise! We've adapted this family favorite to be lactose-free and lower in calories, perfect for those watching their waistline. Enjoy this comforting treat without the guilt!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 35 mins
Calories 180 kcal
Protein 5g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Diet Delight Coffee Cake

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How to Make Diet Delight Coffee Cake

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour, ¾ cup sugar, 1 teaspoon baking soda, ½ teaspoon salt, and 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon.
  3. Remove ½ cup of the dry mixture and set aside.
  4. Add 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder to the remaining dry ingredients in the large bowl.
  5. In a separate bowl, whisk together ½ cup milk (dairy-free if needed), ½ cup mayonnaise, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
  6. Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
  7. Grease and flour an 8 ½ x 11 inch baking pan.
  8. Pour batter into the prepared pan.
  9. In a small bowl, combine the reserved ½ cup dry ingredients with ¼ cup Fleischmann's unsalted margarine (parve) until crumbly.
  10. Sprinkle the crumb topping evenly over the batter.
  11. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
  12. Let cool completely before serving.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

11 g

Sugar

74g

Fat

0g

Carbs

13g

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