Best 2 Lemon Yogurt Tea Cakes Recipes

Lemon yogurt tea cakes are a delightful treat that combines the zesty flavor of lemon with the tanginess of yogurt, resulting in a moist and flavorful cake. Perfect for tea time or as a dessert, these cakes are easy to make and can be customized with various toppings and fillings. With a soft crumb and a delicate crust, lemon yogurt tea cakes are a delicious indulgence that will satisfy your sweet cravings.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

LEMON YOGURT CAKE

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For the perfect tea cake, bake Ina Garten's Lemon Yogurt Cake recipe, finished with a sweet lemon glaze, from Barefoot Contessa on Food Network.

Provided by Ina Garten

Categories dessert

Time 1h20m

Yield 1 loaf

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1 cup plain whole-milk yogurt
1 1/3 cups sugar, divided
3 extra-large eggs
2 teaspoons grated lemon zest (2 lemons)
1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
1/2 cup vegetable oil
1/3 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
1 cup confectioners' sugar
2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice

Steps:

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Grease an 8 1/2 by 4 1/4 by 2 1/2-inch loaf pan. Line the bottom with parchment paper. Grease and flour the pan.
Sift together the flour, baking powder, and salt into 1 bowl. In another bowl, whisk together the yogurt, 1 cup sugar, the eggs, lemon zest, and vanilla. Slowly whisk the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients. With a rubber spatula, fold the vegetable oil into the batter, making sure it's all incorporated. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for about 50 minutes, or until a cake tester placed in the center of the loaf comes out clean.
Meanwhile, cook the 1/3 cup lemon juice and remaining 1/3 cup sugar in a small pan until the sugar dissolves and the mixture is clear. Set aside.
When the cake is done, allow it to cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Carefully place on a baking rack over a sheet pan. While the cake is still warm, pour the lemon-sugar mixture over the cake and allow it to soak in. Cool.
For the glaze, combine the confectioners' sugar and lemon juice and pour over the cake.

LEMON-YOGURT TEA CAKES

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Light, tender and tangy, these little lemon cakes will be the belle of the brunch. They're also great for lunch, supper or snacking. -Ruth Burrus, Zionsville, Indiana

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Desserts

Time 40m

Yield about 1 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

2-1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup sugar
3/4 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup cold butter
1 cup fat-free plain yogurt
3 large egg whites, room temperature
2 tablespoons lemon juice
4 teaspoons grated lemon zest
1 teaspoon lemon extract

Steps:

In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda and salt; cut in butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Whisk the yogurt, egg whites, lemon juice, zest and extract; stir into crumb mixture just until moistened., Fill greased or paper-lined muffin cups three-fourths full. Bake at 350° for 18-22 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pan to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 232 calories, Fat 8g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 20mg cholesterol, Sodium 255mg sodium, Carbohydrate 37g carbohydrate (18g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

Tips:

Use fresh lemon zest and juice for the best flavor.
If you don't have buttermilk, you can make your own by adding 1 tablespoon of lemon juice or white vinegar to 1 cup of milk and letting it sit for 5 minutes.
Be careful not to overmix the batter, as this can make the cakes tough.
Fill the muffin cups only 2/3 full, as the cakes will rise during baking.
Bake the cakes until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Let the cakes cool completely before glazing them.

Conclusion:

These lemon yogurt tea cakes are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that are perfect for any occasion. They are moist and flavorful, with a hint of lemon that is perfectly balanced by the sweetness of the glaze. Whether you are serving them for breakfast, brunch, or dessert, these cakes are sure to be a hit.