Easy Yogurt Cake Recipe: Fluffy, Moist & Delicious

Discover the perfect recipe for a fluffy and moist yogurt cake. Ideal for breakfast or an afternoon snack, easy to make and delicious.

Summary

• Ingredients
• Instructions
• Tips and Variations
• CHEF’s Tips

Ingredients

For the Batter:

• 2 cups (400g) all-purpose flour
• 1 and 1/2 cups (300g) sugar
• 1 cup (170g) plain yogurt
• 3 large eggs
• 1/2 cup (120ml) oil
• 1 tablespoon baking powder
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F) and grease and flour a medium-sized pan (24 cm diameter).
2. In a large bowl, mix the flour and sugar.
3. Add the yogurt, eggs, and oil. Mix well until you get a homogeneous batter.
4. Add the vanilla extract, if desired.
5. Finally, add the baking powder and mix gently.
6. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for about 35-40 minutes, or until golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
7. Remove from the oven, let it cool slightly, and then unmold.
8. Serve the yogurt cake and enjoy!

Tips and Variations

• For an extra flavorful yogurt cake, add lemon or orange zest to the batter.
• Substitute plain yogurt with flavored yogurt, such as strawberry or coconut.
• Add chopped fruits, like banana or apple, to the batter before baking.
• Dust the cooled yogurt cake with powdered sugar for a more elegant presentation.
• Serve with your favorite sauce, such as chocolate or red berries.

CHEF’s Tips

The secret to a perfect yogurt cake lies in the quality of the ingredients and careful preparation. Always use fresh, good-quality ingredients, such as free-range eggs and whole plain yogurt. When mixing the ingredients, do so gently to avoid overdeveloping the flour’s gluten, which can result in a heavy and dense yogurt cake. Do not open the oven during the first 25 minutes of baking, as this can cause the yogurt cake to collapse. To check if it’s done, insert a toothpick into the center: if it comes out clean, it’s perfect. Also, try adding a pinch of salt to the batter to enhance the flavor of the other ingredients. The yogurt cake is a blank canvas, so get creative and personalize it with your favorite flavors! Enjoy your meal!