Description
Lemon yogurt cake is a light and zesty treat that combines the tang of fresh lemons with creamy yogurt, making it an irresistible dessert for any occasion.
Ingredients
- All-Purpose Flour
- Granulated Sugar
- Baking Powder
- Salt
- Greek Yogurt
- Fresh Lemons (juice and zest)
- Eggs
- Vegetable Oil
- Vanilla Extract
- Powdered Sugar (for optional glaze)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8-inch round cake pan.
- In one bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream sugar and eggs until light, then mix in yogurt, oil, lemon juice, zest, and vanilla.
- Gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- For optional glaze, mix powdered sugar with lemon juice and drizzle over the cooled cake.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (80g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: Use fresh lemons for maximum flavor. Substitute plain yogurt for Greek yogurt for added richness. Add poppy seeds or extra lemon zest for a citrus boost.