Classic Greek Yogurt Cake
A simple and comforting cake made with Greek yogurt, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Wet Ingredients
- 2 large eggs (room temperature) Use room temperature eggs for better mixing.
- 1 cup Fage 5% Greek yogurt Adds moisture and tang.
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Adds warmth.
Dry Ingredients
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar Provides sweetness.
- 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour Provides structure.
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda Helps with leavening (sifted).
- 1/4 teaspoon salt Enhances flavor.
Miscellaneous
- Cooking spray Prevents sticking.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven and prepare your 9-inch cake pan with cooking spray.
- In a mixing bowl, crack the eggs and whisk until frothy.
- Gradually add the sugar while whisking. Mix until dissolved and slightly thickened.
- Stir in Greek yogurt until smooth.
- Sift in baking soda and salt, and fold gently into the mixture.
- Add in the flour, folding until there's no dry flour visible.
- Mix in vanilla extract until evenly distributed.
Baking
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and tap gently to remove air bubbles.
- Bake until golden brown, about 30 to 40 minutes, checking for doneness with a toothpick.
- Once baked, allow to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Notes
Serve with fresh fruit for breakfast or as a snack with coffee. Dust with powdered sugar for dessert.