Easy Yogurt Cake Recipe
This Easy Yogurt Cake is a moist, tender, and simple dessert perfect for any occasion. Made with basic pantry staples like yogurt, flour, eggs, and a hint of lemon zest, it delivers a delicate flavor and light texture. The cake is baked in a loaf pan and can be enjoyed plain or with a fruity jam glaze for added sweetness and shine.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35-40 minutes
- Total Time: 50-55 minutes
- Yield: 1 loaf cake (about 8-10 servings) 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: European
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup (250gr) plain yogurt
- 1/2 scant cup (approx 80gr) vegetable oil (canola oil recommended)
- 2 eggs, at room temperature
- 1/2 Tsp vanilla essence
- Zest of 1–2 lemons
Dry Ingredients
- 2 leveled cups (250gr) all-purpose flour or light spelt flour (can be mixed)
- 1/2 cup (100gr) white or unrefined cane sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1 pinch salt
For Glazing (Optional)
- 3 Tbsp apricot or orange jam
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 350°F (180°C) and position the rack in the middle to ensure even baking.
- Prepare the pan: Grease a 9x5x2.5 inch loaf pan with butter or cooking spray. Alternatively, line it with parchment paper to avoid greasing.
- Mix wet ingredients: In one bowl, whisk together eggs and sugar until combined. Add oil, lemon zest, and vanilla essence, mixing well. Then add the yogurt (preferably not very cold) and stir until the batter is smooth and uniform.
- Combine dry ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk the flour, baking powder, and salt together to evenly distribute the leavening agent and salt.
- Mix wet and dry: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet batter, stirring gently until just combined to avoid overmixing which can toughen the cake.
- Transfer batter: Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the surface for even baking.
- Bake the cake: Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 35-40 minutes. Test doneness by inserting a skewer into the center — it should come out clean.
- Cool the cake: Once baked, remove from the oven and transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Optional glazing: Warm apricot or orange jam slightly and brush it over the top of the cooled cake to add shine and a burst of flavor before serving.
Notes
- You can use all-purpose or spelt flour. Mixing both yields a pleasant texture.
- The yogurt should be at least room temperature to blend smoothly with other ingredients.
- Lemon zest adds a fresh citrus note – adjust the amount to your taste.
- Glazing with warm jam is optional but highly recommended for an attractive finish and extra flavor.
- Make sure not to overmix the batter once the flour is added to keep the cake light and tender.
Keywords: Yogurt Cake, Easy Cake, Lemon Zest Cake, Moist Cake, Loaf Cake, Simple Dessert, Homemade Cake
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