Easy Lemon Cake
A delightful and refreshing dessert, Easy Lemon Cake is perfect for any occasion, offering a moist texture thanks to Greek yogurt and a zesty lemon flavor.
Ingredients
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt (full-fat recommended)
- 3 large eggs, room temperature
- 1/2 cup honey or maple syrup Adjust sweetness to taste.
- 1/4 cup melted coconut oil or unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons zest of 2 large lemons Approximately.
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Dry Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch round cake pan.
- In a large bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, eggs, honey, melted coconut oil, lemon zest, lemon juice, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- In another bowl, mix the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined.
Baking
- Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and spread it evenly.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Optional: Drizzle with lemon glaze before serving.
Notes
Serve with a light dusting of powdered sugar, whipped cream, or vanilla ice cream. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 4gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8g
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