Classic Yogurt Cake
This wonderfully moist and simple French yogurt cake uses the yogurt container as a measuring cup, making it foolproof and delicious.
Ingredients
- •1 container plain whole milk yogurt (7 ounces / 200g)
- •2 yogurt containers granulated sugar (260g)
- •3 yogurt containers all-purpose flour (360g)
- •1 yogurt container neutral oil like canola or sunflower oil (180ml)
- •3 large eggs, at room temperature
- •2 teaspoons baking powder
- •1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- •1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt
- •Butter for greasing the pan
Instructions
- 1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and thoroughly grease a 9-inch loaf pan or round cake pan with butter, then dust lightly with flour.
- 2
Empty the yogurt into a clean mixing bowl and wash and dry the yogurt container to use as your measuring tool.
- 3
Add the granulated sugar and eggs to the yogurt, and whisk vigorously until the mixture is pale, smooth, and slightly thickened.
- 4
Whisk in the neutral oil and the pure vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
- 5
In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and fine sea salt.
- 6
Gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture using a spatula, stirring just until no pockets of dry flour remain and being careful not to overmix.
- 7
Pour the batter into your prepared baking pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
- 8
Bake in the preheated oven for 35 to 40 minutes, or until a wooden toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.
- 9
Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 15 minutes before turning it out onto a wire rack to cool completely.
💡 Chef tips
- You can customize the flavor easily by adding the grated zest of one lemon or orange to the wet ingredients.
- Store the cake wrapped tightly in plastic wrap at room temperature for up to 3 days, or freeze it for up to 2 months.
- For the best texture, make sure your eggs and yogurt are at room temperature before you begin baking.
✅ How it should turn out
The finished cake has a golden-brown, slightly crisp crust with a tender, moist crumb and a delicate, comforting vanilla aroma.