Light & Fluffy Yogurt Cake
Light & Fluffy Yogurt Cake is the perfect dessert for any occasion, combining a tender crumb with delightful flavors of vanilla and citrus. This easy-to-make cake is incredibly versatile, ideal for celebrations or simply indulging at home. Enjoy each melt-in-your-mouth bite paired with fresh fruit or a dusting of powdered sugar—a treat that will have everyone coming back for seconds!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 3 large eggs
- ⅓ cup vegetable oil
- 2 tsp pure vanilla extract
- Zest of 1 lemon or orange
- Powdered sugar (for dusting, optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch round cake pan.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt until combined.
- In another bowl, beat eggs and mix in yogurt, oil, vanilla extract, and citrus zest until smooth.
- Slowly combine wet and dry mixtures by gently folding until just blended—do not overmix.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow the cake to cool for about 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack. Dust with powdered sugar if desired before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approx. 90g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: Customize your cake by using flavored yogurt or adding nuts and chocolate chips. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days or refrigerate for up to a week.