Creamy Yogurt Cake – A Smooth and Delightful Treat!

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This light, moist, and subtly tangy yogurt cake is a simple yet elegant dessert that’s perfect for any occasion. Made with Greek yogurt for extra richness, it’s tender, fluffy, and pairs beautifully with fresh fruit, honey, or a dusting of powdered sugar.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

✅ Ultra-Moist & Fluffy – Thanks to yogurt’s natural tenderness
✅ Light & Refreshing – Less sweet than traditional cakes
✅ Easy to Make – One-bowl simplicity
✅ Versatile – Enjoy plain or dress it up with toppings

Ingredients

For the Cake:

  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 ½ tsp baking powder
  • ½ tsp baking soda
  • ¼ tsp salt
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar
  • ½ cup plain Greek yogurt (full-fat for best texture)
  • ½ cup vegetable oil or melted butter
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • ¼ cup milk

For the Glaze (Optional):

  • ½ cup powdered sugar
  • 1-2 tbsp lemon juice or milk
  • ½ tsp vanilla extract

For Serving (Optional):

  • Fresh berries
  • Whipped cream
  • Honey or fruit compote

Step-by-Step Instructions

Step 1: Prep & Preheat

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour an 8-inch round or loaf pan.

Step 2: Mix Dry Ingredients

  1. In a bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.

Step 3: Combine Wet Ingredients

  1. In another bowl, beat sugar, yogurt, oil, eggs, and vanilla until smooth.
  2. Gradually mix in dry ingredients, alternating with milk, until just combined.

Step 4: Bake & Cool

  1. Pour batter into the prepared pan.
  2. Bake 30-35 minutes (round pan) or 45-50 minutes (loaf pan) until a toothpick comes out clean.
  3. Cool 10 minutes in the pan, then transfer to a wire rack.

Step 5: Glaze & Serve

  1. Whisk powdered sugar, lemon juice/milk, and vanilla until smooth. Drizzle over cooled cake.
  2. Serve with fresh berries or a dollop of whipped cream.

Tips for the Best Yogurt Cake

🔹 Extra Fluffy? Fold in ½ cup whipped cream before baking.
🔹 Lemon Twist? Add 1 tbsp lemon zest to the batter.
🔹 Storage – Keeps well at room temp for 2 days or refrigerated for 5 days.

Serving Suggestions

  • Pair with tea or coffee for an afternoon treat.
  • Top with toasted nuts or coconut flakes for crunch.

Final Thoughts

This Creamy Yogurt Cake is soft, subtly sweet, and wonderfully versatile—a simple dessert that feels special!

Slice, savor, and enjoy! 🍰✨

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