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A lemon-cream dessert layered with ladyfinger biscuits and made with less sugar than conventional cakes.
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
100 g of Low-sugar lemon ladyfinger cake has 255 calories. It contains 39.5 g of carbs, 5.1 g of protein, 8.3 g of fat and 0.8 g of fiber. Its 8 µg of Selenium covers 15% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 58 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 100 g
255
KCAL / 100G
Carbs
39.5g
· 14% DV
Protein
5.1g
· 10% DV
Fat
8.3g
· 11% DV
Fiber
0.8g
· 3% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 62% · Protein 8% · Fat 30%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 255 kcal | |
| Total fat | 8.3 g | 11% |
| Saturated fat | 4.4 g | 22% |
| Trans fat | 0.12 g | |
| Sodium | 180 mg | 8% |
| Total carbohydrate | 39.5 g | 14% |
| Fiber | 0.8 g | 3% |
| Protein | 5.1 g | 10% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 slice (medium) | 100 g | 255 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 60 g | 153 kcal |
| 1 piece (thin) | 75 g | 191 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 90 g | 230 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 255 kcal |
| 1 piece (thick) | 125 g | 319 kcal |
| 1 slice (large) | 140 g | 357 kcal |
| 1 cup (chopped) | 150 g | 383 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 180 g | 459 kcal |
Calculated from 255 calories per 100 g.
Low-sugar lemon ladyfinger cake is made by layering lemon cream with ladyfinger biscuits. Dip the biscuits briefly in your chosen liquid, assemble the layers, then chill the cake until the cream firms and the biscuits soften.
Low-sugar lemon ladyfinger cake can use a milk-based lemon cream or a whipped-cream-based filling, depending on the recipe. Adding lemon juice gradually helps keep the cream smooth and lets you adjust the tartness without relying on extra sugar.
Yes, the ladyfingers are usually dipped briefly in milk or another suitable liquid. A quick dip is enough because they soften as the cake chills; soaking them for too long can make the layers soggy and difficult to slice.
Low-sugar lemon ladyfinger cake can turn runny if the biscuits are over-soaked or the cream is too loose. Dip the biscuits quickly and chill the assembled cake until the filling has set before cutting it.
Yes, you can make it without an oven when your chosen cream recipe does not require cooking. Assemble the layers and chill the cake so the cream can firm up and the ladyfingers can soften.
No, low-sugar does not mean sugar-free. The recipe may use less added sugar than a conventional cake, but the ladyfingers and some cream ingredients can still contain sugar.
Yes, you can assemble low-sugar lemon ladyfinger cake ahead and keep it covered in the refrigerator. Chilling helps the layers hold together; add delicate toppings close to serving so they stay fresh-looking.
Store low-sugar lemon ladyfinger cake covered in the refrigerator because its cream filling is perishable. Keep it chilled between servings rather than leaving it out for an extended time, and enjoy it while fresh.
Yes, but freezing may change the cream’s texture and make the ladyfingers softer after thawing. Wrap the cake well to protect it, then thaw it in the refrigerator before serving.
Plain, absorbent biscuits can replace ladyfingers, but they will change the cake’s texture and how it holds its layers. Dip substitutes briefly, since thinner or more fragile biscuits can break apart quickly.
Vitamins
B2
0.16mg · 12% DV
B12
0.22µg · 9% DV
Biotin
2.4µg · 8% DV
B1
0.08mg · 7% DV
Minerals
Selenium
8µg · 15% DV
Phosphorus
92mg · 13% DV
Sodium
180mg · 8% DV
Calcium
68mg · 7% DV
Potassium ⭐
105mg · 3% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Low-sugar lemon ladyfinger cake is a chilled, layered dessert made with ladyfinger biscuits and lemon-flavoured cream. It is a home-style cake rather than a single fixed recipe: the cream may be prepared in different ways, and the biscuits soften as the dessert rests. Similar biscuit-layered desserts are popular across many home kitchens, so there is no need to tie this version to one specific place of origin.
The lemon brings a bright, gently tart flavour that balances the soft, creamy layers. Serve it cold as a teatime treat or after a meal. Although it contains less sugar than conventional cakes, the biscuits make it mainly a carbohydrate-rich dessert, with little fibre and modest protein. For a lighter serving, keep the slice small and pair it with unsweetened tea or coffee.
Low
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Low
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
NOVA 3
Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
Contains these allergens:
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
— Not suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
4.4g
MONOUNSATURATED
2.3g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.15g
Omega 6:3 ratio 13.1:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (13.1:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.