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Yogurt Cake: Easy 10-Minute Dessert for All Occasions

Yogurt Cake: Easy 10-Minute Dessert for All Occasions

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This yogurt cake uses plain yogurt as a key ingredient to create a moist, tender crumb with subtle tang that balances the sweetness. The texture is light and airy, thanks to the yogurt’s acidity reacting with baking powder, and the citrus zest adds a bright finish to every bite.

  • Total Time: 45
  • Yield: 8

Ingredients

πŸ₯„ 1 cup plain yogurt
πŸ₯„ 3/4 cup granulated sugar
πŸ₯„ 2 large eggs
πŸ₯„ 1/3 cup vegetable oil
πŸ₯„ 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
πŸ₯„ 1 teaspoon citrus zest
πŸ₯„ 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
πŸ₯„ 2 teaspoons baking powder

Instructions

πŸ‘¨β€πŸ³ Preheat oven to 350Β°F

πŸ‘¨β€πŸ³ Grease a 9-inch round cake pan and line it with parchment paper

πŸ‘¨β€πŸ³ In a large bowl, mix the yogurt and sugar until fully combined

πŸ‘¨β€πŸ³ Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition

πŸ‘¨β€πŸ³ Then stir in the oil, vanilla, and citrus zest

πŸ‘¨β€πŸ³ Finally, fold in the flour and baking powder until just incorporated

πŸ‘¨β€πŸ³ Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 30-35 minutes

πŸ‘¨β€πŸ³ When the edges pull away from the pan and a toothpick comes out clean, it’s done

πŸ‘¨β€πŸ³ Let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes before turning out

Notes

Cold butter isn’t needed for this recipe, as the yogurt’s moisture is what matters most. Don’t overmix the flourβ€”it creates gluten and makes the cake tough. If the top browns too quickly, tent with foil. Serve with fresh berries or whipped cream. Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 1 month.

Nutrition

  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 24
  • Sodium: 40
  • Fat: 16
  • Carbohydrates: 42
  • Fiber: 1
  • Protein: 5