French Yogurt Cake
Experience the effortless elegance of French baking with this French Yogurt Cake, a classic treat known for its simplicity and charm. Made with pantry staples like plain whole-milk yogurt, a touch of fragrant lemon zest, and a hint of pure vanilla, this moist and tender cake is perfect for any occasion, from casual weekday desserts to sophisticated brunches. Forget the fuss of elaborate techniques—this recipe comes together in just 10 minutes of prep time and bakes to golden perfection in 35 minutes. Sprinkle it with powdered sugar for a rustic finish, or elevate it with a zesty lemon glaze for a burst of citrusy flavor. Ideal for serving 8, this delightful cake brings a taste of Provence right to your kitchen, celebrating the balance of rich, tangy, and subtly sweet flavors that define French home baking.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Plain whole-milk yogurt
- 1 cup Granulated sugar
- 3 Large eggs
- 1 tablespoon Lemon zest
- 1 teaspoon Pure vanilla extract
- 1.5 cups All-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons Baking powder
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 cup Vegetable oil
- 2 tablespoons Powdered sugar (optional for decoration)
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice (optional for glaze)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9-inch round cake pan or line it with parchment paper.
In a mixing bowl, whisk together the yogurt, granulated sugar, and eggs until smooth and well combined.
Stir in the lemon zest and vanilla extract.
In a separate bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring gently until just combined.
Fold in the vegetable oil until the batter is smooth. Be careful not to overmix.
Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan, spreading it evenly.
Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Once cooled, dust the top with powdered sugar for a simple finishing touch, or drizzle with a lemon glaze made by mixing powdered sugar with lemon juice.
Slice and serve at room temperature. Enjoy your delightful French yogurt cake!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
353 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 16.2 g | 21% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.1 g | 16% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 8.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 73 mg | 24% | |
| Sodium | 236 mg | 10% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 47.1 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.7 g | 3% | |
| Total Sugars | 28.9 g | ||
| Protein | 5.7 g | 11% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.7 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 50 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 1.2 mg | 7% | |
| Potassium | 107 mg | 2% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
