Sweet Surrender: The Guiltless Indulgence—Dessert for 6
“Sweet Surrender: The Guiltless Indulgence” is a no-sugar dessert that offers a taste of Mediterranean delight. This recipe combines fresh, natural ingredients to create a satisfyingly sweet treat without the guilt. Enjoy this sugar-free indulgence that perfectly balances health and pleasure in every bite.
Do This With That Stuff
- ‘Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C)
- Line a 9-inch round cake pan with parchment paper using your hands, ensuring it covers the bottom and sides of the pan
- In a large mixing bowl, combine 2 cups almond flour, 1/2 cup coconut flour, 1 tsp baking powder, and 1/2 tsp salt using your measuring cups and spoons
- Stir these dry ingredients together with your whisk until they are thoroughly mixed
- In a separate medium mixing bowl, crack open the 3 large eggs
- Add to these eggs 1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk, 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil, and 1 tsp vanilla extract measured out with your measuring cups and spoons
- Whisk these wet ingredients together until they are well combined
- Gradually pour the wet ingredients into the large mixing bowl containing the dry ingredients while stirring continuously with your whisk to prevent lumps from forming
- Add in 1 cup erythritol (sugar substitute) to this mixture and continue stirring until it is fully incorporated into the batter
- Using your zester or grater, add in 1 tbsp lemon zest to the batter
- Squeeze fresh lemon juice using your citrus juicer to get 2 tbsp of juice and add this into the batter as well Stir well until all ingredients are evenly distributed throughout the batter
- Pour this batter into your prepared cake pan using a rubber spatula to scrape down any remaining batter from the sides of the bowl Smooth out the top of the batter in the pan with your spatula for an even bake
- Place this pan in your preheated oven using oven mitts for safety Bake for about 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into its center comes out clean Be sure not to overbake as this could dry out your dessert
- Once baked, remove from oven using oven mitts and let it cool in its pan on a cooling rack for about 10 minutes before removing it from its pan onto a serving platter Allow it to cool completely on this platter before proceeding further with toppings
- While waiting for it to cool down completely, prepare topping by combining together in a bowl: 1 cup Greek yogurt (unsweetened) along with freshly washed berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries) Mix gently so as not to crush berries but ensure they are coated well by yogurt
- Once cooled completely, spread this Greek yogurt-berry mixture evenly over top of dessert using back of spoon or spatula
- Slice dessert carefully into six equal portions using knife before serving’
Obvious and Not So Obvious Variations and Pairings
☕ Bitter
- ‘Add 1 tbsp of unsweetened cocoa powder to dry ingredients
- Increase lemon zest to 2 tbsp
- Add 1/2 tsp of ground coffee to dry ingredients
- Replace almond milk with unsweetened black tea (1/2 cup)
- Add a pinch of turmeric to dry ingredients’
🧂 Salty
- Increase the salt to 1 tsp
- Add 1/2 cup of feta cheese to the Greek yogurt-berry topping
- Add 1/4 cup of chopped olives to the Greek yogurt-berry topping
- Add 1/2 tsp of sea salt flakes as a final garnish before serving
🍋 Sour
- Increase the lemon juice to 4 tbsp
- Add 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar to the batter
- Add 2 tbsp of unsweetened Greek yogurt to the batter
- Increase the Greek yogurt in topping to 1.5 cups
- Add zest of one additional lemon to the batter
- Replace half of the almond milk with unsweetened kefir
🌶️ Spicy
- Add 1 tsp of ground cinnamon to dry ingredients
- Add 1/2 tsp of ground nutmeg to dry ingredients
- Add 1/4 tsp of cayenne pepper to dry ingredients
- Increase the lemon zest to 2 tbsp for a tangy kick
🍬 Sweet
- Increase the erythritol to 1.5 cups
- Add 1 tsp of almond extract
- Add 1/2 cup of unsweetened shredded coconut to the batter
- Increase the lemon zest to 2 tbsp
- Add a topping of sugar-free dark chocolate shavings
🍄 Umami
- ‘Add 1 tbsp of pureed black olives
- Add 1/2 tsp of ground fennel seeds
- Increase the extra virgin olive oil to 1/3 cup
- Add a sprinkle of nutritional yeast to the Greek yogurt topping’
🍸 Alcoholic
- ‘Prosecco: The light, fruity notes and bubbles of this Italian sparkling wine will complement the fresh berries and the lightness of the almond flour cake
- Sauvignon Blanc: This white wine’s crisp acidity and citrus notes will pair well with the lemon zest and juice in the dessert, enhancing its Mediterranean flavors
- Limoncello: This Italian lemon liqueur will echo the lemon elements in your dessert, while its sweetness (from a sugar substitute to adhere to food restrictions) will balance out the tartness of Greek yogurt and berries’
🥤 Non Alcoholic
- ‘Sparkling Mint Lemonade: The effervescence and minty freshness would cut through the richness of the dessert, while the lemon flavor would complement the lemon zest in the recipe
- Pomegranate Iced Tea: The tartness of pomegranate and refreshing quality of iced tea would balance out the sweetness of the dessert
- Almond Milk Latte (Sugar-Free): The almond milk in the latte would echo the almond flour used in the dessert, creating a harmonious pairing’
🥓 Keto
- No changes needed
- The recipe is already keto-friendly
🍆 Mediterranean
- ‘Replace almond flour with 2 cups of semolina
- Replace coconut flour with 1/2 cup of all-purpose flour
- Increase extra virgin olive oil to 1/2 cup
- Replace erythritol (sugar substitute) with 1 cup honey
- Add 1/4 cup of chopped almonds
- Add 1/4 cup of chopped pistachios
- Add 1 tbsp orange zest in addition to lemon zest
- Add 2 tbsp orange juice in addition to lemon juice
- Replace Greek yogurt with 1 cup of mascarpone cheese for topping’
🥑 Paleo
- ‘Remove Greek yogurt
- Replace Greek yogurt with 1 cup of coconut cream’
🐟 Pescatarian
- The recipe provided is already pescatarian-friendly. No changes are required.
🌱 Vegan
- ‘Replace 3 large eggs with 3 tbsp of ground flaxseed mixed with 9 tbsp of water
- Replace 1 cup Greek yogurt with 1 cup vegan yogurt’
🥦 Vegetarian
- No changes needed. The recipe is already vegetarian friendly.
🥩 Whole30
- ‘Remove erythritol
- Remove vanilla extract
- Replace Greek yogurt with 1 cup of coconut cream’
🧠 Brain Health
- ‘Add 1/2 cup of walnuts
- Add 1/2 cup of flaxseeds
- Replace 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil with 1/4 cup of avocado oil
- Increase fresh berries to 1.5 cups
- Add 1 tbsp of chia seeds to the Greek yogurt topping’
🌾 Celiac Disease
- No changes are needed for this recipe. All ingredients listed are gluten-free and suitable for individuals with celiac disease.
💩 Crohns Disease
- Remove Greek yogurt
- Replace almond milk with lactose-free milk
- Replace fresh berries with canned berries, drained and rinsed
🩸 Diabetes
- No changes necessary. The recipe is already diabetes-friendly. It uses almond and coconut flours which are low in carbs, erythritol as a sugar substitute, and unsweetened almond milk and Greek yogurt. The berries used for topping are also low in sugar.
🍞 Gluten Intolerance
- No changes are necessary for this recipe. All ingredients listed are gluten-free and suitable for someone with gluten intolerance.
🫀 Heart Disease
- Decrease the extra virgin olive oil to 2 tbsp
- Increase the Greek yogurt to 1.5 cups
- Add 1/2 cup of ground flaxseed
- Replace the almond milk with 1/2 cup of oat milk
❤️ Heart Health
- Decrease the extra virgin olive oil to 2 tbsp
- Add 1/2 cup of ground flaxseeds
- Increase the fresh berries to 1.5 cups
- Replace almond milk with skim milk
🧂 High Blood Pressure
- ‘Remove 1/2 tsp salt
- Increase 1 tbsp lemon zest to 2 tbsp
- Increase 2 tbsp lemon juice to 3 tbsp
- Add 1/2 tsp of cinnamon’
🍔 High Cholesterol
- ‘Replace 3 large eggs with 6 egg whites
- Replace 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil with 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce
- Increase fresh berries to 1.5 cups for additional fiber’
🦠 Immune System
- ‘Add 1 tbsp of grated ginger
- Add 2 cloves of minced garlic
- Add 1/2 cup of chopped spinach
- Replace fresh berries with 3/4 cup of mixed citrus fruits (oranges, grapefruits, lemons)
- Add 1 tsp turmeric powder
- Add a pinch of black pepper’
🚽 Irritable Bowel Syndrome
- Replace almond milk with lactose-free milk
- Replace Greek yogurt with lactose-free yogurt
- Decrease the almond flour to 1.5 cups
- Increase the coconut flour to 1 cup
- Add 1/2 cup of chia seeds for extra fiber
- Decrease the erythritol to 3/4 cup to reduce potential for gas and bloating
- Replace fresh berries with low-FODMAP fruits like strawberries or blueberries only, limit to 1/2 cup
💧 Kidney Disease
- ‘Remove the salt
- Decrease the baking powder to 1/2 tsp
- Decrease the Greek yogurt to 1/2 cup
- Decrease the almond milk to 1/4 cup
- Increase the olive oil to 1/3 cup’
🐄 Lactose Intolerance
- ‘Replace Greek yogurt with 1 cup of lactose-free yogurt’
🍺 Liver Disease
- Decrease the almond flour to 1.5 cups
- Increase the coconut flour to 3/4 cup
- Decrease the extra virgin olive oil to 2 tbsp
- Replace the Greek yogurt with low-fat Greek yogurt
- Remove the salt
🤰 Pregnancy
- No changes needed
- The recipe is already pregnancy friendly
Beti’s Reflections
Picture this: I’m strolling through a bustling market in the heart of the Mediterranean, surrounded by fresh produce and the tantalizing aroma of local delicacies. Suddenly, I stumble upon a quaint little bakery tucked away in a corner, where an old baker shares with me his family’s secret recipe for a guiltless sweet indulgence. This is how I discovered “Sweet Surrender: The Guiltless Indulgence,” a Mediterranean dessert recipe that’s about to change your sugar-free baking game forever.
“Sweet Surrender: The Guiltless Indulgence” is not just any almond flour cake recipe; it’s a celebration of natural ingredients and Mediterranean flavors that serves six people. It’s perfect for those watching their sugar intake or anyone who loves guiltless sweet treats.
This Mediterranean dessert recipe calls for 2 cups almond flour and 1/2 cup coconut flour, creating a low carb almond flour cake base that’s light yet satisfying. The addition of 1 tsp baking powder and 1/2 tsp salt balances out the sweetness from our sugar substitute – erythritol. Three large eggs, 1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk, 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil, and 1 tsp vanilla extract bring moisture to our sugar-free cake recipe while enhancing its flavor profile. The zest and juice from fresh lemons add a tangy twist to this almond flour cake recipe, while Greek yogurt topped with fresh berries makes for a healthy berry topping that’s as delightful to look at as it is to taste.
To start off this sugar-free baking adventure, preheat your oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) and line your cake pan with parchment paper. Combine your dry ingredients – almond flour, coconut flour, baking powder, and salt – in one bowl; mix your wet ingredients – eggs, almond milk, olive oil, vanilla extract – in another; then gradually combine both mixtures while stirring continuously for an even batter consistency. Add erythritol (our sugar substitute), lemon zest and juice into the batter before pouring it into the prepared pan for an even bake of about 25-30 minutes or until golden brown perfection is achieved! While waiting for it to cool down completely on a serving platter after cooling in its pan first for about ten minutes post-baking; prepare your Greek yogurt berry topping by gently mixing together Greek yogurt with freshly washed berries.
And there you have it! A slice of “Sweet Surrender: The Guiltless Indulgence” is like taking a bite out of Mediterranean paradise – without any guilt attached! This sugar-free Mediterranean cake will surely become one of your favorite healthy dessert recipes as it has become mine since that fateful day at the market.
Remember darlings; life may be short but there’s always room for dessert – especially when it’s guilt-free! So go ahead and surrender yourself to this sweet indulgence because you deserve every delicious bite.
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