Description
Indulge in this lemon yogurt cake, a perfect blend of tangy citrus flavor and moist texture. Easy to make, it’s an ideal treat for any occasion.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup plain yogurt (full-fat or Greek)
- 2 fresh lemons (zest and juice)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1½ cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 3 large eggs
- ½ cup vegetable oil
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch round cake pan.
- In a bowl, whisk together yogurt, sugar, eggs, vegetable oil, vanilla extract, and lemon juice until smooth.
- Gradually sift in the flour and baking powder; stir gently until just combined without overmixing.
- Fold in lemon zest for an extra citrus kick.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top. Bake for about 30-35 minutes or until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow the cake to cool before transferring it to a wire rack. Dust with powdered sugar before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: Mix in poppy seeds or fresh berries for added flavor. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days for optimal freshness.