🍰 Moist Yogurt Cake
This incredibly soft and fluffy yogurt cake is simple to make with pantry staples. The yogurt keeps the cake moist for days, while the light sweetness makes it perfect for breakfast, tea time, or dessert.
📝 Ingredients
- 2 cups (250 g) all-purpose flour
- 1 cup (200 g) granulated sugar
- 1 cup (240 g) plain yogurt
- 3 large eggs
- ½ cup (120 ml) vegetable oil
- 2 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp baking soda
- ¼ tsp salt
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp lemon zest (optional, for extra flavor)
👩🍳 Instructions
1️⃣ Prepare the Oven
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease and line a 9×5-inch loaf pan or an 8-inch round cake pan.
2️⃣ Mix the Wet Ingredients
- In a large bowl, whisk together:
- Eggs
- Sugar
- Yogurt
- Vegetable oil
- Vanilla extract
- Mix until smooth and creamy.
3️⃣ Mix the Dry Ingredients
- In another bowl, combine:
- Flour
- Baking powder
- Baking soda
- Salt
4️⃣ Make the Batter
- Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture.
- Stir gently until no dry flour remains.
- Do not overmix, as this can make the cake dense.
5️⃣ Bake
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan.
- Smooth the top with a spatula.
- Bake for 40–50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
6️⃣ Cool
- Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes.
- Transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
🍋 Optional Glaze
Mix together:
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2–3 tbsp lemon juice
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
Drizzle over the cooled cake for a delicious finishing touch.
💡 Tips
- 🫐 Fold in 1 cup blueberries for a fruity version.
- 🍫 Add ½ cup chocolate chips for extra sweetness.
- 🌰 Mix in chopped almonds or walnuts for crunch.
- 🍊 Orange zest can replace lemon zest for a citrus twist.
- ❄️ Store in an airtight container for up to 4 days, or refrigerate for up to 1 week.
🍽️ Serving Suggestions
Serve with:
- ☕ Coffee
- 🍵 Tea
- 🥛 A glass of milk
- 🍓 Fresh berries
- 🍯 A drizzle of honey or a dusting of powdered sugar
Enjoy your soft, moist, and delicious homemade yogurt cake! 💛