Yogurt Cake
Ingredients:
1 cup plain yogurt
1 cup granulated sugar
3 large eggs
1/3 cup vegetable oil
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
Zest of 1 lemon (optional)
Directions:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan or line it with parchment paper.
In a mixing bowl, combine the yogurt, sugar, and eggs. Whisk together until the mixture is smooth and well blended. Slowly add the vegetable oil and vanilla extract, mixing until fully incorporated.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. If using lemon zest, add it to the dry ingredients. Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring gently until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top with a spatula. Bake in the preheated oven for about 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Once baked, remove the cake from the oven and let it cool in the pan for about 10 minutes. Then, transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Serve the yogurt cake plain, or dust it with powdered sugar for an elegant touch. Enjoy this delightful treat with a cup of tea or coffee!
Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 35 minutes | Total Time: 50 minutes
Kcal: 220 kcal | Servings: 8 servings