This recipe is one of my go-to’s when I need a showstopping dessert for family get-togethers and visiting friends. The zesty flavors and stunning presentation never fail to impress! However, no rules say this cake is only for special occasions. I love a slice with a steaming cup of coffee to start my morning off right. My son piles on whipped cream and fresh berries. No special tools or complicated decorating methods are involved, so it’s perfect for quality time in the kitchen with the kiddos!
Ingredient List
How to Make Lemon Yogurt Cake
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C); grease and flour loaf pan or a 9-inch springform pan. Cake Base – Whisk the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt in a medium mixing bowl. (Photo 1) Moist Ingredients – In a large bowl, combine the yogurt, vegetable oil, eggs, lemon zest, lemon juice, and vanilla extract. Whisk until well mixed. (Photo 2) Mix – Gradually mix the dry and wet ingredients until just combined. Please don’t overmix; a few lumps are fine. (Photos 3-5) Pour the batter into the prepped pan, smoothing the top with your spatula. (Photo 6) Bake for 35-40 minutes (a cake tester inserted into the center will come out clean). Cool your cake for about 10 minutes in the pan, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely. Glaze – While the cake cools, beat the powdered sugar with lemon juice until smooth, adjusting the consistency with more lemon juice or powdered sugar as necessary. Serve – Once the cake cools completely, drizzle it with the glaze, letting it drip down the sides. Garnish with lemon zest if desired.
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Make-Ahead and Storage Instructions
Lemon yogurt cake is ideal for making ahead. Properly stored, it lasts at room temperature for up to 3 days or in the refrigerator for up to 1 week. Serve it cold, at room temperature, or warm it gently in a toaster oven before serving. You can freeze it (without glaze) for up to 3 months. Tightly wrap your cake in plastic wrap and then in aluminum foil. Thaw it in the refrigerator before glazing and serving.
What to Serve With Lemon Yogurt Cake
For a comforting teatime treat, serve this lemon yogurt cake with an ice-cold glass of Southern sweet tea. A steaming hot cup of lemongrass tea is a wonderful treat on a chilly afternoon. Pile on homemade whipped cream and drizzle with rich and creamy caramel sauce.
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