A Zesty, Moist Low-Carb Treat with Luscious Lemon Frosting
This Keto Lemon Cream Cheese Pound Cake is made almost entirely with Aldi ingredients (except the sweetener) and delivers bright lemon flavor, a tender crumb, and a creamy frosting—all with just 3g net carbs per slice! Perfect for breakfast, dessert, or tea time when you want something indulgent but sugar-free.
📝 Ingredients Breakdown
For the Cake:
- 4 Aldi organic eggs
- 4 oz Aldi cream cheese, softened
- 4 tbsp Aldi Irish butter, softened
- 4 tsp Aldi lemon extract
- 1¼ cups Aldi almond flour
- 2 tsp Aldi baking powder
- Pinch of Aldi salt
- 3–4 tbsp powdered monkfruit-erythritol blend (or your preferred keto sweetener)
For the Frosting:
- 4 oz Aldi cream cheese, softened
- 4 tbsp Aldi Irish butter, softened
- ¼ cup powdered sweetener
- 2 tsp Aldi lemon extract
👩🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions (With Pro Tips!)
1️⃣ Prep & Preheat
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease a loaf pan (or line with parchment paper).
📌 Pro Tip:
- Use room-temperature ingredients for smoother mixing.
2️⃣ Make the Cake Batter
- Beat wet ingredients (eggs, cream cheese, butter, lemon extract) until smooth.
- Mix in dry ingredients (almond flour, baking powder, salt, sweetener) one at a time.
📌 Pro Tip:
- Sift almond flour to avoid lumps.
3️⃣ Bake to Perfection
- Pour batter into loaf pan and smooth the top.
- Bake 35 mins or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool completely before frosting (cake firms up as it cools).
📌 Pro Tip:
- Don’t overbake—keto cakes dry out easily!
4️⃣ Whip Up the Frosting
- Beat cream cheese, butter, sweetener, and lemon extract until fluffy.
- Spread over cooled cake.
📌 Pro Tip:
- Double the frosting if you love extra creaminess!
5️⃣ Serve & Store
- Slice and enjoy!
- Store in the fridge (up to 5 days) or freeze (up to 1 month).
📌 Serving Suggestion:
- Top with sugar-free lemon curd or fresh berries!
❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. Can I use coconut flour instead?
⚠️ No! Coconut flour absorbs more liquid—use ½ cup max + add 2 extra eggs.
2. Why is my cake dense?
- Overmixed batter (fold gently).
- Not enough baking powder (check expiration date).
3. Can I make this dairy-free?
✅ Yes! Use dairy-free cream cheese + coconut oil (instead of butter).
4. How sweet should it be?
- Adjust sweetener to taste—some blends are sweeter than others.
5. Can I skip the frosting?
✅ Yes! Dust with powdered sweetener instead.
🔥 Flavor Variations
- Blueberry Lemon: Fold in ½ cup fresh blueberries (adds 1g net carb/slice).
- Orange Poppy Seed: Swap lemon extract for orange + 1 tbsp poppy seeds.
- Vanilla Bean: Use vanilla extract + scraped vanilla bean.
⏱️ Time-Saving Tips
✔ Make ahead—frosting firms up nicely when chilled.
✔ Use a hand mixer for fluffier frosting.
🍽 Serving Occasions
- Brunch with coffee
- Afternoon keto snack
- Elegant dessert (garnish with edible flowers)
💬 Final Thoughts
This Keto Lemon Cream Cheese Pound Cake is moist, zesty, and luxuriously creamy—proof that low-carb desserts can be decadent! The Aldi ingredients make it budget-friendly, while the lemon frosting adds a refreshing finish.
Perfect for satisfying sweet cravings without the guilt! 🍋✨
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