Spiced Yogurt Diamonds
Indulge in the warm, aromatic flavors of Spiced Yogurt Diamonds, a unique dessert that balances creamy Greek yogurt with a medley of fragrant spices like cardamom, cinnamon, and nutmeg. This fuss-free recipe creates a tender, lightly spiced cake with a golden crust, made even richer with hints of honey and vanilla. Topped with a delicate dusting of powdered sugar and optional pistachio garnish, these diamond-shaped slices are as visually stunning as they are delicious. Perfect for a cozy tea-time treat or an elegant party platter, this easy-to-make dish brings together wholesome ingredients and bold flavors in just under an hour. Whether you’re hosting or simply treating yourself, these spiced gems are sure to impress!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams Greek yogurt
- 150 grams All-purpose flour
- 150 grams Granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon Ground cardamom
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground nutmeg
- 1 teaspoon Baking powder
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 100 grams Butter
- 2 tablespoons Honey
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons Powdered sugar
- 30 grams Pistachios (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and line a square baking pan (8x8 inches) with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk the Greek yogurt, granulated sugar, honey, melted butter, and vanilla extract until smooth and well combined.
In a separate bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, ground cardamom, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and salt.
Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients and fold gently with a spatula until the mixture forms a smooth batter. Avoid overmixing.
Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and use a spatula to spread it evenly.
Bake in the preheated oven for 22-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean and the surface is golden brown.
Remove the pan from the oven and allow the dessert to cool completely in the pan.
Once cooled, carefully lift the dessert out using the parchment paper and place it on a cutting board.
Dust the top with powdered sugar and optionally garnish with crushed pistachios.
Using a sharp knife, cut the dessert into diamond shapes by slicing diagonally across the pan in both directions. Serve and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
436 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 16.7 g | 21% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.2 g | 46% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 40 mg | 13% | |
| Sodium | 299 mg | 13% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 58.4 g | 21% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.5 g | 5% | |
| Total Sugars | 37.1 g | ||
| Protein | 13.4 g | 27% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 116 mg | 9% | |
| Iron | 1.3 mg | 7% | |
| Potassium | 220 mg | 5% | |
*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.
