Redbook Lemon Layer Cake Recipe

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Net Carbs are 11% of calories per serving, at 35g per serving. Although the amount is above what's considered keto-friendly, it shouldn't kick you out of ketosis.

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  • Yellow implies that Net Carbs are a little higher than standard keto diet guidelines.
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Keto & Health Insights for Redbook Lemon Layer Cake Recipe

  • Net Carbs are 11% of calories per serving, at 35g per serving. This food is a little higher than what's considered keto-friendly but it falls within a range that won't kick you out of ketosis. Take into account any foods you've already consumed. It's recommended that you track the macros of your daily food consumptions—this makes it easier to avoid overconsumption.
  • This meal may require cooking oil. Not all cooking oils are healthy. Extra virgin olive oil and avocado oil are the best cooking oils to use in recipes, whereas plant-based oils are the worst for your health. Virgin coconut oil and butter fall in the middle. Learn more about the healthiest and unhealthiest cooking oils.

Redbook Lemon Layer Cake Recipe Nutrition Label

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 22 servings   ( 116 g )
Amount Per Serving
Calories: 322
Total Fat: 18g
Saturated Fat: 8g
Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g
Monounsaturated Fat: 7g
Trans Fat: 0g
Cholesterol: 89mg
Sodium: 185mg
Total Carbohydrates: 36g
Dietary Fiber: 1g
Sugar: 24g
Protein: 4g
Calcium: 72mg Iron: 1mg
Potassium: 117mg Vitamin A: 152mcg
Vitamin C: 11mg Vitamin D: 0mcg

Ingredients

  • 4 lemons
  • 1 Ruby Red grapefruit
  • 2.25 cup(s) cake flour (not self-rising)
  • 1.5 cup(s) granulated sugar
  • 2 teaspoon(s) baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon(s) baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon(s) salt
  • 1/2 cup(s) vegetable oil
  • 5 large eggs, separated
  • 2 large egg whites
  • 1/2 teaspoon(s) cream of tartar
  • 8 ounce(s) mascarpone cheese
  • 1.5 cup(s) heavy whipping cream
  • 1 cup(s) confectioners' sugar
  • 1 teaspoon(s) vanilla extract
  • 1/3 cup(s) sour cream
  • 1 cup(s) prepared lemon curd (see Tip)
  • Edible flowers, for garnish

Instructions

Visit Redbook's website to view the recipe instructions. (Via Edamam)