Creamy Lime Cakes

Vegetarian
Health score
1%
Creamy Lime Cakes
45 min.
6
221kcal

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Indulge in the refreshing and delightful taste of Creamy Lime Cakes, a delectable vegetarian dessert that's perfect for any occasion. Ready in just 45 minutes, this recipe serves 6 and offers a guilt-free experience with only 221 calories per serving. The combination of tangy lime and creamy sweetness will tantalize your taste buds, making it a crowd-pleaser at your next gathering or a cozy treat at home.

Crafted with a blend of fat-free milk and fresh lime juice, these cakes boast a moist and velvety texture that's hard to resist. The recipe calls for a handful of ingredients, including egg yolks, sugar, all-purpose flour, and lime rind, which come together to create a citrusy symphony in every bite. To ensure a light and airy texture, the egg whites are whipped to soft peaks and gently folded into the batter.

Baked to perfection in individual custard cups, these Creamy Lime Cakes can be enjoyed warm or chilled, offering versatility to suit your mood. Garnish with fresh blueberries and a sprinkle of lime zest for an irresistible finishing touch. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a curious novice, this recipe is sure to impress and become a new favorite in your dessert repertoire. So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and let's dive into the world of Creamy Lime Cakes!

Ingredients

  • slices blueberries fresh
  • tablespoons butter melted
  • 0.1 teaspoon cream of tartar 
  • large eggs separated
  • 1.5 cups skim milk fat-free
  • 0.3 cup flour all-purpose
  • tablespoons juice of lime fresh
  • teaspoons lime zest grated
  • 0.7 cup sugar 
  • tablespoons sugar 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • oven
  • baking pan
  • hand mixer

Directions

  1. Coat 6 (10-ounce) custard cups evenly with cooking spray.
  2. Place cups in a baking pan.
  3. Stir together 2/3 cup sugar and next 4 ingredients in a large bowl until blended.
  4. Beat egg yolks at medium speed with an electric mixer until thickened and pale.
  5. Add 1 1/2 cups milk, beating until blended. Stir in sugar mixture, beating until blended.
  6. Beat egg whites at medium speed with an electric mixer until foamy.
  7. Add cream of tartar, beating until soft peaks form.
  8. Add 3 tablespoons sugar, and beat until stiff. Gently fold into egg yolk mixture. Spoon batter evenly into prepared custard cups, filling three-fourths full. Fill baking pan with hot water to a 1-inch depth.
  9. Bake at 350 for 30 minutes or until cakes are set and tops are golden.
  10. Remove cups to wire racks to cool.
  11. Serve warm or chilled.
  12. Garnish, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Calories221kcal
Protein10.39%
Fat25.27%
Carbs64.34%

Properties

Glycemic Index
61.74
Glycemic Load
23.6
Inflammation Score
-3
Nutrition Score
5.6760869026184%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.01mg
Petunidin
0.05mg
Delphinidin
0.06mg
Malvidin
0.11mg
Peonidin
0.03mg
Catechin
0.01mg
Eriodictyol
0.27mg
Hesperetin
1.41mg
Naringenin
0.07mg
Quercetin
0.08mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:221.23kcal
11.06%
Fat:6.36g
9.79%
Saturated Fat:3.22g
20.13%
Carbohydrates:36.45g
12.15%
Net Carbohydrates:36.23g
13.18%
Sugar:31.61g
35.12%
Cholesterol:104.87mg
34.96%
Sodium:91.3mg
3.97%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:5.89g
11.77%
Selenium:10.9µg
15.57%
Vitamin B2:0.23mg
13.48%
Phosphorus:123.68mg
12.37%
Calcium:99.02mg
9.9%
Vitamin B12:0.59µg
9.76%
Vitamin D:1.17µg
7.83%
Vitamin A:383.24IU
7.66%
Vitamin B5:0.65mg
6.47%
Folate:23.96µg
5.99%
Vitamin B1:0.09mg
5.92%
Potassium:169.79mg
4.85%
Vitamin C:3.96mg
4.8%
Zinc:0.65mg
4.35%
Vitamin B6:0.09mg
4.28%
Iron:0.71mg
3.96%
Magnesium:12.64mg
3.16%
Vitamin E:0.4mg
2.69%
Manganese:0.05mg
2.42%
Vitamin B3:0.42mg
2.1%
Copper:0.03mg
1.64%
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