Sugar-Free Blackberry Lemon Dump Cake
Hello, my fabulous fellow dessert devotees!
Gather ’round, because today I’ve got a treat that’ll make your taste buds sing and your waistline do a happy dance—our glorious Sugar-Free Blackberry Lemon Dump Cake!
Now, before you start thinking this sounds like some boring diet food, let me assure you, this cake is anything but. It’s like the best of both worlds: indulgent yet guilt-free.
Picture this: It was a Sunday afternoon, and I was in my kitchen, battling the age-old craving for something sweet but without the calorie catastrophe. My inner diva demanded decadence, but my jeans whispered, “Please, not another cookie.”
Enter this magical, lemony creation! With just a handful of ingredients and minimal effort, I whipped up a dessert that made me feel like a culinary genius.
You simply toss some luscious blackberries into a dish, sprinkle on a box of sugar-free lemon cake mix, drizzle with a mixture of applesauce and coconut oil, and let the oven do its thing.
Trust me, darling, if I can do it, anyone can.
So grab your spatula, channel your inner diva, and let’s get baking! Your taste buds—and your jeans—will thank you.
Sugar-Free Blackberry Lemon Dump Cake
Equipment
- 1 9" x 13" baking dish or pan
Ingredients
- 2 cups blackberries
- 1 box sugar-free lemon cake mix
- 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 1/4 cup melted coconut oil
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Dump the blackberries into a greased baking dish.
- Sprinkle the sugar-free lemon cake mix over the blackberries.
- Mix applesauce and melted coconut oil, then drizzle over the cake mix.
- Bake for 45-50 minutes until golden and bubbly.
Notes
Nutrition
Diva's Little Extras
Add a tablespoon of lemon zest for extra zing.
Top with sliced almonds for added texture.
Stir in some chia seeds for extra fiber.
Presentation Suggestions:
The Citrus Chic Setup:
– What You’ll Need: A vintage cake stand, a few sprigs of fresh mint, and a lemon.
– Instructions: Place your dump cake on the vintage cake stand—because even dump cakes deserve a throne! Artfully arrange the mint sprigs around the cake’s base for that “fresh from the garden” look. Slice a lemon into thin wheels and tuck them in around the mint. Voilà! Your cake now looks like it should be on the cover of “Elegant Desserts Monthly.”
The Berry Extravaganza:
– What You’ll Need: A white porcelain platter, a handful of extra blackberries, and a dusting of powdered sugar.
– Instructions: Gently transfer your dump cake to the white platter. Scatter the extra blackberries around the cake like tiny edible jewels. Use a fine sieve to lightly dust the entire creation with powdered sugar—because nothing says “I’m fancy” like a powdered sugar snowfall.
The Teatime Delight:
– What You’ll Need: A delicate china tea set, a lace doily, and some fresh lemon balm leaves.
– Instructions: Place a lace doily on your serving tray (we’re going full grandma-chic here). Carefully position your dump cake in the center. Surround it with the delicate china tea set—bonus points if the teapot is filled with a fragrant herbal tea. Finish with a scattering of fresh lemon balm leaves. Now, doesn’t that look like something straight out of an English garden party?
The Rustic Elegance:
– What You’ll Need: A wooden cutting board, some edible flowers, and a drizzle of honey.
– Instructions: For a more rustic approach, serve your dump cake on a wooden cutting board. Strategically place a few edible flowers around the edges for that Pinterest-worthy vibe. Right before serving, drizzle a little honey over the top—because a touch of sweetness never hurt anyone. Rustic yet refined!
The Diva’s Delight:
– What You’ll Need: A glittery cake topper, some sparkly ribbon, and a touch of edible gold leaf.
– Instructions: Go full diva and adorn your dump cake with a glittery cake topper that screams “I’m fabulous!” Wrap a sparkly ribbon around the base for an extra touch of glam. If you’re feeling particularly extra (and who isn’t?), add a touch of edible gold leaf here and there. Your cake will look like it’s ready to walk the red carpet.
Ready to indulge without the guilt? Whip up this Sugar-Free Blackberry Lemon Dump Cake and treat yourself to a slice of heaven!
Hit that print button, grab your apron, and let’s bake like the fabulous divas we are! 🍰✨
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