Light & Fluffy Yogurt Cake (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Cake Base
01 -
All-purpose flour
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Baking powder
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Salt
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Eggs
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Plain yogurt
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Granulated sugar
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Vegetable oil
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Vanilla extract
→ Optional Additions
09 -
Fresh lemon zest
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Powdered sugar for topping
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Fresh berries for garnish
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Whipped cream for serving
# Instructions:
01 -
Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F) and grease an 8-inch round cake pan or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.
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In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
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In a large bowl, whisk the eggs, yogurt, granulated sugar, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract until smooth and well combined. If using lemon zest, add it now.
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Gradually incorporate the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, stirring gently until just combined. Avoid overmixing; a few small lumps are fine.
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Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth out the surface using a spatula.
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Place the cake in the oven and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the top turns golden and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
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Let the cake rest in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
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Once cooled, dust the cake with powdered sugar, garnish with fresh berries, or serve with whipped cream as desired.
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Cut the cake into slices and enjoy its light, fluffy texture.
# Notes:
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For added citrus flavor, incorporate fresh lemon zest into the batter.
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Do not overmix the batter to maintain the cake’s airy texture.