Best 3 Lemon Yoghurt Cake Recipes

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With its delightful citrusy flavor and tender, moist texture, lemon yogurt cake is a classic dessert that can brighten up any occasion. This versatile cake can be enjoyed as a simple snack or dressed up for a special celebration. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a novice in the kitchen, finding the perfect recipe for your lemon yogurt cake can be a culinary adventure. With numerous variations and techniques available, this article aims to guide you through the key steps and ingredients to consider when searching for the best lemon yogurt cake recipe that suits your taste and baking expertise.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

LEMON YOGURT CAKE



Lemon Yogurt Cake image

Lemon juice and zest in the cake batter and the glaze makes this tart and tangy lemon yogurt cake a lemon-lovers dream.

Provided by Sheela Prakash

Categories     Dessert     Snack     Brunch     Cake

Time 55m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 14

For the cake
1 cup vegetable oil, canola oil, or olive oil, plus more for coating the pan
3 cups (384 grams) all-purpose flour, divided
1 1/2 cups (300 grams) granulated sugar
1/4 cup finely grated lemon zest (from about 4 medium lemons)
4 large eggs
2 cups (452 grams) plain whole-milk yogurt (regular or Greek)
1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon kosher salt
For the glaze
1 cup powdered sugar
1 1/2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
1 tablespoon freshly grated lemon zest (optional)

Steps:

  • Arrange oven rack, preheat the oven, prepare Bundt pan: Arrange a rack in the middle of the oven. Preheat the oven to 350°F. Generously coat a 12-cup Bundt pan with olive oil. Dust with 2 tablespoons of the flour and tap out any excess; set aside.
  • Mix sugar and lemon zest together: Place the sugar and lemon zest in a large bowl and rub together with your fingertips until the sugar is moist and the mixture is fragrant, about 30 seconds.
  • Add wet ingredients to the sugar: Crack the eggs into the bowl with the sugar and lemon zest and whisk vigorously until pale yellow and frothy, about 1 minute. Whisk in the yogurt, olive oil, and vanilla extract.
  • Add the dry ingredients: To the bowl with the wet ingredients, whisk in the baking powder and kosher salt. Add the flour and stir with a rubber spatula until just combined and all the flour is incorporated. (A few small lumps in the batter are fine, be sure to not overmix.)
  • Transfer to prepared pan and bake: Transfer the batter to the prepared pan and use a spatula to spread it out evenly. Bake until the cake is lightly browned and a cake tester inserted into the center comes out clean with just a few crumbs, about 45 minutes.
  • Cool the cake and release from Bundt pan: Cool on a wire rack for 15 minutes. Carefully flip it out of the pan onto a wire rack. Cool completely before glazing.
  • Make the glaze, drizzle and serve: Whisk together the powdered sugar and lemon juice in a medium bowl until smooth. Drizzle the glaze over the cooled cake and sprinkle the top with lemon zest, if desired. Let stand for at least 10 minutes to allow the glaze to set before slicing and serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 332 kcal, Carbohydrate 46 g, Cholesterol 15 mg, Fiber 1 g, Protein 4 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Sodium 219 mg, Sugar 27 g, Fat 15 g, UnsaturatedFat 0 g

YOGURT CAKE



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A lemon pound cake made with yogurt instead of sour cream. I have used this recipe for a long time and had misplaced it. I went to my daughter and had her give me another copy.

Provided by RUTHEY

Categories     Desserts     Fruit Dessert Recipes     Lemon Dessert Recipes

Time 1h30m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 cup butter, room temperature
2 cups white sugar
3 eggs, room temperature
1 teaspoon lemon extract
2 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
½ teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon salt
1 (8 ounce) container lemon flavored yogurt

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Grease and flour a 10-inch bundt pan.
  • Beat butter and sugar together in a large bowl with an electric mixer until light and fluffy. Beat one egg at a time into the butter mixture; add lemon extract with last egg.
  • Sift together the flour, baking soda and salt. Alternately mix in the flour mixture and the yogurt, starting and ending with the dry ingredients. Beat just until incorporated.
  • Pour batter into prepared pan. Bake in the preheated oven for 60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean. Allow to cool 10 minutes in the pan, then turn out onto a wire rack and cool completely.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 385.8 calories, Carbohydrate 54.6 g, Cholesterol 87.5 mg, Fat 16.8 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 5.1 g, SaturatedFat 10.2 g, Sodium 289.1 mg, Sugar 36.7 g

LEMON YOGHURT CAKE



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The glaze of this is special and so is the cake. From my favourite, tried and tested cake book 500 Fabulous Cakes and Bakes

Provided by Girl from India

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h25m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 cup butter
1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
4 eggs, yolks and white separated
2 teaspoons grated fresh lemon rind
6 tablespoons lemon juice
1 cup yoghurt
2 1/2 cups flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup icing sugar
2 tablespoons lemon juice
3 -4 tablespoons yoghurt

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350F.
  • Grease and flour a 12 1/2 cup bundt or tube tin.
  • Cream the butter and sugar together until nice and creamy.
  • Add the egg yolks one at a time and beat well after each one is added.
  • Add the lemon rind and juice and yoghurt and stir.
  • Sift together the flour, and baking powders (I just give them a round in my mixer- a trick a baker showed me) to mix them up.
  • In another bowl beat the egg whites and salt till they form stiff peaks.
  • Now gently fold the dry ingr.
  • into the butter mix and then add a portion of the egg whites folding it inches Then add the remaining egg whites and fold gently.
  • Pour into the tin and bake for around 50 minutes testing to see it the skewer comes out clean.
  • Leave in the tin itself to cool for around 15 minutes.
  • Then turn it out and cool on a rack.
  • Glaze: Sift the icing sugar into a bowl.
  • Add the lemon juice and mix to stir well.
  • Add a little yoghurt at a time just enough to make a smooth mix.
  • Put the cooled cake on the serving plate or board and then pour the glaze over and let sit till glaze is set.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 370, Fat 18.1, SaturatedFat 10.8, Cholesterol 114.3, Sodium 406.6, Carbohydrate 47.1, Fiber 0.8, Sugar 26.1, Protein 5.8

Tips:

  • Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor and texture.
  • Make sure your yogurt is at room temperature before using it.
  • Don't overmix the batter, as this can make the cake tough.
  • Bake the cake until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  • Let the cake cool completely before frosting it.
  • If you don't have buttermilk, you can make your own by adding 1 tablespoon of lemon juice to 1 cup of milk and letting it sit for 5 minutes.
  • For a richer cake, use full-fat yogurt.
  • You can add other flavors to the cake, such as vanilla extract, almond extract, or lemon zest.
  • This cake is also a great way to use up leftover yogurt.
  • Serve the cake with fresh berries, whipped cream, or ice cream.

Conclusion:

Lemon yogurt cake is a delicious and easy-to-make cake that is perfect for any occasion. It is moist, flavorful, and has a light and fluffy texture. With its simple ingredients and straightforward instructions, this cake is sure to become a favorite in your home. Whether you are a seasoned baker or a beginner, this cake is a great choice for anyone looking for a tasty and satisfying treat.

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