Grandma’s Diabetic “Cotton Cake”
A Soft, Sugar-Free Family Classic
This Diabetic Cotton Cake is a treasured old family recipe—light, airy, and delicately sweet without refined sugar. True to its name, it has a cotton-soft texture that melts in your mouth.
It’s practical, budget-friendly, and perfect for diabetics or anyone looking for a healthier, low-sugar dessert that still feels comforting and indulgent.
🧾 Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 1½ cups whole wheat flour (or almond flour for lower carbs)
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 3 large eggs (room temperature)
- ¾ cup sugar substitute (erythritol, monk fruit, or stevia blend)
- ½ cup milk (or unsweetened almond milk)
- ⅓ cup vegetable oil or melted butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Optional Flavor Add-Ins
- Zest of 1 lemon or orange
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon
- ¼ cup chopped nuts
🥣 Instructions
Step 1: Prep
Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F).
Grease and line an 8-inch (20 cm) round or square pan.
Step 2: Beat Eggs & Sweetener
In a large bowl, whisk eggs and sugar substitute until light and slightly fluffy (about 2–3 minutes).
Step 3: Add Liquids
Mix in:
- Milk
- Oil or melted butter
- Vanilla
Stir until smooth.
Step 4: Combine Dry Ingredients
In a separate bowl, whisk:
- Flour
- Baking powder
- Salt
Step 5: Make the Batter
Gradually fold dry ingredients into wet ingredients.
Mix gently until just combined—do not overmix.
Step 6: Bake
Pour batter into prepared pan.
Bake 30–40 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
Step 7: Cool & Serve
Let cake cool 15 minutes before slicing.
🍽️ Serving Suggestions
- Dust with powdered sugar substitute
- Serve with fresh berries
- Top with sugar-free whipped cream
- Drizzle with sugar-free chocolate sauce
- Add yogurt or custard
❄️ Storage
- Room temp: 2 days
- Fridge: 5 days
- Freeze: 2 months
💡 Tips for the Best Cotton Cake
- Use room-temperature eggs
- Don’t overmix batter
- Beat eggs well for airy texture
- Add lemon zest for freshness
- Use almond flour for keto-friendly version
- Reduce milk slightly if batter is too thin
⭐ Final Thoughts
This Grandma’s Diabetic Cotton Cake proves you don’t need sugar or heavy ingredients to make a soft, satisfying dessert. It’s light, nostalgic, and full of simple, wholesome flavor—just like the old days.
A true family treasure 🍰🤍
