Certainly! Here’s the revised recipe for Chocolate Coffee Cake with Lotus Cream Topping, tailored for Weight Watchers with nutritional information and SmartPoints included.

Weight Watchers-Friendly Chocolate Coffee Cake with Lotus Cream Topping

Indulge in a deliciously rich and satisfying chocolate coffee cake with a Lotus cream topping, all while keeping it Weight Watchers-friendly!

Preparation Time:

  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes

Ingredients:

For the Cake:

  • 3 large eggs
  • Pinch of salt
  • 100 grams (1/2 cup) granulated sugar
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 80 milliliters (1/3 cup) vegetable oil
  • 100 milliliters (1/2 cup) milk
  • 2 teaspoons instant coffee
  • 180 grams (1 1/2 cups) all-purpose flour
  • 20 grams (1/4 cup) unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 15 grams (1 tablespoon) baking powder

For the Lotus Cream Topping:

  • 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 2 teaspoons instant coffee
  • 325 milliliters (1 1/3 cups) plain Greek yogurt (non-fat or low-fat)
  • 1 tablespoon Lotus Biscoff spread (or substitute with a lower-calorie spread if preferred)

Directions:

  1. Prepare the Cake Batter:
  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C).
  • In a large bowl, whisk the eggs with a pinch of salt until frothy.
  • Add the granulated sugar and vanilla extract, mixing well.
  • Gradually add the vegetable oil while continuing to mix.
  • Stir in the milk mixed with instant coffee.
  • Sift together the flour, cocoa powder, and baking powder. Gently fold into the wet ingredients until combined.
  1. Bake the Cake:
  • Grease and flour a cake pan.
  • Pour the batter into the pan and bake for about 35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  • Allow the cake to cool completely before applying the topping.
  1. Prepare the Lotus Cream Topping:
  • In a saucepan, whisk together granulated sugar, cornstarch, and instant coffee.
  • Gradually stir in the milk to avoid lumps.
  • Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens.
  • Remove from heat and whisk in the Greek yogurt and Lotus Biscoff spread until smooth. Let it cool.
  1. Assemble the Cake:
  • Spread the cooled Lotus cream topping evenly over the cooled cake.
  • Let the topping set before serving.

Nutritional Information (per serving, makes 12 servings):

  • Calories: 160
  • Protein: 6g
  • Fat: 6g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Carbohydrates: 22g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Sugar: 15g

Weight Watchers SmartPoints® (per serving):

  • Green: 7 SmartPoints
  • Blue: 6 SmartPoints
  • Purple: 6 SmartPoints

Tips:

  • Sifting Ingredients: Sifting the dry ingredients prevents lumps in the batter.
  • Stirring: Keep the cream topping from burning by stirring regularly while cooking.

Storage:

  • Store the cake in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
  • For longer storage, refrigerate the cake for up to 7 days.

Enjoy:

This chocolate coffee cake is perfect for any occasion, offering a rich chocolate flavor complemented by the smooth Lotus cream topping. Indulge without compromising your Weight Watchers goals!