Who says eating light means skipping dessert?
You won’t hear that statement coming from my lips! If I tried to pass that rule in my house, there would be a mutiny and I’d be eating by myself every night.
Strawberry Upside Down Cake
That doesn’t mean that desserts need to be decadent and calorie laden to taste fantastic. This cake recipe takes advantage of the season’s freshest strawberries, and with just a few changes in the ingredients I’ve lightened up the calories.
Fresh Strawberries
I topped this simple upside down cake with Greek yogurt and a drizzle of local honey. Easy – sweet – and packed with healthy ingredients.
Upside Down Strawberry Cake Picked Clean
I’m happy and so is my family. Above is my husband’s plate – notice it’s picked clean – yogurt and all.
Happy cooking!
Healthy Cooking Tip . . .
Low fat plain or vanilla flavored yogurts make a wonderful substitute for ice cream when you’re topping fruit type desserts. Don’t opt for fat free yogurt. It tends to be runny and lacks flavor. Look for brands low in sugar, and avoid high fructose corn syrup. Often times manufacturers replace fat with added sugar. It’s not necessary, and takes away from the wonderful flavor of yogurt.
Strawberry Upside Down Cake
Serves 8
Ingredients:
1 ⅓ cups whole wheat pastry flour
½ cup brown sugar
2 egg whites
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon cinnamon
4 cups strawberries, sliced
4 tablespoons canola oil
1 small lemon juice
1 small lemon zest
⅔ cup almond milk
Method:
1. Spray a 9 inch round baking dish with cooking spray. Add 2 tablespoons of canola oil, brown sugar and berries. Mix thoroughly.
2. In a large bowl combine flour, baking powder and cinnamon.
3.In another smaller bowl combine lemon juice, lemon zest, canola oil, and almond milk.
4. Mix dry and wet ingredients together until smooth.
5. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.
6. Spread batter over berries and tap the dish lightly to even out batter and berries.
7. Bake for 30 – 40 minutes until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
8. Serve with ice cream, or Greek yogurt and honey.
Nutrition Per Serving
Calories: 183, Weight Watchers PointsPlus 5
Total Fat: 7.30g
Cholesterol: –
Sodium: 135mg
Total Carbs: 27.73g
Dietary Fiber: 2.67g
Sugars: 10.06g
Protein: 3.55g
The statements made here are strictly my opinion and are not meant to replace medical advice from your physician. Please see disclaimer for further details. Nutrition information is compiled with MacGourmet. If you find discrepancies, please let me know. It’s important to me that I provide you with accurate information.
Great recipe. I need to start getting more into the healthier baking. My waistline is suffering from sugar overload.
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It’s simple to just swap out a few ingredients. I use whole wheat pastry flour, usually half the eggs called for and swap for egg whites, then add some fruit puree for some of the fat. It works perfectly. Have a good week!
That sounds SO good! I love this idea, and will just have to give it a try as we’re all strawberry fanatics!
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We just made one with peaches! I love the color of this, looks like it came together perfectly!
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My mom used to make pineapple upside down cake. It was my brother’s favorite dessert.
Oh, yum! What a delicious, healthy way to enjoy a bit of dessert!
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Healthy and no one knew it. That’s the kind I like. Enjoy your week!
I love that you lightened this up without resorting to artificial sweeteners or other chemically ingredients – looks great!
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I’m with you and prefer whole ingredients whenever I can.
I love that you used greek yogurt in this dessert, I love greek yogurt! I would totally clean my plate too!
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haha i’m the exact same way! dessert is my favorite part of the meal. I love how versatile greek yogurt is and will sometimes use it as a dessert substitute
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So true. Costco sells Fage. I’m hooked on the stuff. It’s so creamy!
Sounds fantastic! Love the yogurt for ice cream tip! It so works!
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And I have to say I like it better.
Kristi, that plate looks like it was licked clean! That is the best possible recommendation for a dish!
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Isn’t it? I saw another blogger do the same thing and was so impressed, I immediately made the dish. Enjoy your week!
delicious looking upside down cake looks fabulous
Yum! I would like this sooo much better than pineapple upside down cake! It looks scrumptious! It is nice that you have made this non-dairy and light as well
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I have family members who can’t have dairy, so I often use alternatives and I think they work just as well.
If the upside down cake is this yummy-looking, calories or no calories… I’m eating it. I may even have a second serving.
Have a great week ahead.
~ ray ~
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This sounds absolutely delicious! Fresh Strawberries are my favorite!
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A great post… But I really want your chicken bowls
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Thanks Dave! I’m not a big dessert fan, but the rest of the family sure is.
My hips and I thank you for this fantastic dessert!
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Looks absolutely delicious.. and sooooo healthy.
thanks for sharing..
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I really appreciate it! I love what you have going on here on your blog… beautiful, healthy recipes! While I do try to cook healthy food most of the time, when it comes to desserts, I rarely make something that I can eat without feeling guilty! This recipe is a keeper! And it looks really delicious too! Thank you for sharing, Kristi 
You have a new follower in me!
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love strawberry anything… this looks so good, why, I would have licked the bowl…
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Awe Inspiring – seriously. That looks so tasty. I love the way you’ve lightened it up so I don’t have to feel guilty about wanting/eating it.
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I’m glad you like it. I hate feeling guilty, so I know what you mean.
That looks so yummy! I love strawberries. Great recipe!
Love it, empty bowl tell the story:)
I saw another blogger do the same thing and it really impressed me.
Cinnamon is always a great spice for those looking for a light desert. Mimics sweetness without all the sugar or artificial sweeteners.
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You are so right. Thank you so much for commenting. Great information!
Your right….desserts are always welcome, no matter if we are on a diet. I LOVE THIS ONE… it looks delicious. I am sure my hubby will love it.
Thanks for this healthy version of dessert
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You bet! Enjoy the rest of your weekend.
Wow that looks berrylicious! Thanks for sharing this recipe
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