French Lemon Yogurt Cake
A delightful dessert featuring bright flavors and moist textures, this French Lemon Yogurt Cake is easy to make and perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 cup plain yogurt
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs Use room temperature
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Zest of 2 lemons
- 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour Measure using the spoon-and-level method
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch round cake pan or line it with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the yogurt, sugar, and eggs. Whisk until smooth and creamy.
- Add the vegetable oil, vanilla extract, lemon zest, and lemon juice. Mix well until everything is well combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients, stirring just until no flour streaks remain.
- Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and spread it evenly.
Baking
- Bake for about 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Allow the cake to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Send me this recipe!
Just enter your email below and get it sent straight to your inbox!
Notes
Serve plain, with powdered sugar, fresh whipped cream, or vanilla ice cream. Consider adding fresh berries for a colorful presentation. Use room temperature ingredients for the best results.