My friend Sharlene is a true inspiration. Having nearly lost her life to diabetes she
has not only battled back but conquered her illness to the point that she is
now completely medication free. A healthy
diet and positive outlook on life have made a huge impact on her as well as the
wonderful people she surrounds herself with.
I am very proud of her and what she has managed to overcome. She is a real treasure.
I first heard about this cake two years ago when I was trying to
educate myself about Type 2 Diabetes. It
is a perfect dessert for those trying to control their blood glucose.
Cloud Cake
1 Box Angel-food
Cake Mix
1 20 ounce can
crushed pineapple in its own juice
Empty cake mix into
a large mixing bowl. Add crushed
pineapple and juice to the mix. Stir
gently to mix well but do not over mix. Lightly spray a 9 x 13 cake pan with oil. Pour batter into pan. Lightly dust the top of the batter with
cinnamon (optional). Place into
pre-heated 350 degree oven. Bake for 30
- 35 minutes. Remove from oven and cool
completely before serving. Cut with a
serrated knife.
Cut the cooled cake
into twelve equal pieces. Each serving
contains 98 calories and two carbs. You
can dress up the cake with sugar free whipped topping, freshly crushed berries,
peaches, chopped walnuts or just about anything you want. (Remember to add the additional calories.)
It would even be wonderful torn into bite sized pieces and used
in a trifle recipe.
If you take it to a potluck, be sure you put a little label on
it so diabetics will know the calories and carbs. They'll really appreciate your thoughtfulness.
I have had this cake and it is fantastic! Thank you Sharlene for sharing it with us!!
This is fantastic! Thank you Sharlene! My grandmother is a diabetic and she lives in a nursing home. I always try to take her some kind of goodies when I go to visit her but I have to be so careful what I bring because of her diabetes (She loves anything sweet.) This is something I know she will love AND it is super-easy to make! Thank you again!! :)
ReplyDeletelooks delicious.
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