Low Point Apple Lemon Cake

Instructions:

Step 1: Preheat the Oven

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Lightly spray a 9-inch round or square baking pan with nonstick cooking spray.

Step 2: Mix the Dry Ingredients

1. In a medium bowl, whisk together:
   • Self-rising flour
   • Sugar substitute
   • Baking powder
   • Salt

Step 3: Combine Wet Ingredients

1. In another bowl, mix:
   • Unsweetened applesauce
   • Lemon juice
   • Lemon zest
   • Egg
   • Vanilla extract

Step 4: Make the Batter

1. Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, stirring until just combined.
2. Gently fold in the diced apple.

Step 5: Bake the Cake

1. Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
2. Bake for 25–30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 6: Cool and Serve

1. Let the cake cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
2. Dust with powdered sugar substitute or garnish with thin apple slices and lemon zest if desired.