A soft and delicious Cranberry Orange Almond Cake made with almond flour, fresh cranberries, orange zest, Greek yogurt and sugar-free sweetener. This lower-carb dessert is packed with bright citrus flavor and nutty almond goodness. Perfect as a dessert.
Ingredients (8 Servings)
- 1½ cups almond flour
- ½ cup fresh cranberries, chopped
- 2 large eggs
- ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted
- ⅓ cup sugar-free granulated sweetener, suitable for baking
- ¼ cup unsweetened Greek yogurt
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tbsp fresh orange zest
- 2 tbsp fresh orange juice
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ¼ tsp baking soda
- ¼ tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 tbsp unsweetened sliced almonds
- Pinch of salt
Optional Toppings:
- 1–2 tbsp additional chopped cranberries
- 1 tbsp sliced almonds
Step-by-Step Instructions
Step 1: Pre-heating the oven
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease an 8-inch round cake pan and line the bottom with parchment paper.
Step 2: Mixing the wet ingredients
- In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, melted butter, Greek yogurt, sugar-free sweetener, vanilla, orange zest, and orange juice until smooth.
Step 3: Mixing the dry ingredients
- In another bowl, combine almond flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
Step 4: Making the batter
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture. Stir gently until just combined. Fold in the chopped cranberries and sliced almonds.
Step 5: Baking
- Transfer the batter to the prepared pan and spread evenly. Sprinkle the optional almonds and cranberries over the top. Bake for approximately 25–30 minutes, or until the center is set and a toothpick comes out mostly clean.
Step 6: Cool & Serve
- Allow the cake to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack. Finish with a little fresh orange zest before slicing.
Nutritional Information
- Calories: 245 kcal
- Protein: 5 – 7 g
- Fiber: 3 -4 g
- Fats: 21 g
- Carbohydrates: 10 – 12 g
Nutrition will vary depending on the coconut cream, Greek yogurt, and sugar-free sweetener used.
Glycemic Index (GI) Considerations
- Almond flour replaces conventional wheat flour and is relatively low in digestible carbohydrate.
- Cranberries and orange juice contribute natural carbohydrates, so portion size still matters.
- The combination of fat, protein, and fiber from almond flour, eggs, yogurt, and almonds can make the overall dessert more glucose-friendly than a traditional flour-and-sugar cake.
Portion Control Tips
- Stick to one small slice (⅛ cake) rather than a large dessert portion.
- Pair it with plain unsweetened Greek yogurt for additional protein rather than adding sugary frosting.
- Enjoy it alongside a meal or snack containing protein and fiber rather than eating several slices on an empty stomach.
