How to Make Classic Yogurt Cake - A Step-by-Step Guide

There's something undeniably comforting about a classic yogurt cake. It's simple, easy to make, and always turns out moist and delicious. Whether you're in need of a quick dessert to whip up for unexpected guests or a sweet treat to enjoy with your afternoon coffee, this classic yogurt cake is the perfect choice.

What sets this cake apart from others is the use of yogurt in the batter. Not only does it add a subtle tanginess to the cake, but it also ensures that the final product is wonde...

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Ingredients

  • 1 teaspoon butter, or as needed
  • 1 cup white sugar
  • 1 lemon, zested
  • 1 cup plain yogurt
  • 3 eggs
  • ⅓ cup canola oil
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • ¼ teaspoon salt

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 1 hr
  • Additional Time: 10 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 20 mins
  • Servings: 8
  • Yield: 1 9x5-inch loaf

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a metal loaf pan with butter.
  • Whisk sugar and lemon zest together in a large bowl. Whisk in yogurt, eggs, oil, and vanilla extract until well blended.
  • Mix flour, baking powder, and salt together in a separate bowl. Whisk into the yogurt mixture until just blended. Pour batter into the prepared loaf pan.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, about 1 hour. Cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Invert cake onto a cooling rack and cool completely.
  • Nutrition

    317 cal.

    • Total Fat: 12g
    • Saturated Fat: 2g
    • Cholesterol: 73mg
    • Sodium: 319mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 46g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 27g
    • Protein: 6g
    • Vitamin C: 1mg
    • Calcium: 138mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 124mg