Description
This Delightfully Easy Light & Fluffy Yogurt Cloud Cake is a simple yet elegant dessert that combines airy texture with a subtle tang from yogurt. Featuring a soft crumb, this cake is perfect for afternoon tea or a light dessert. The recipe is quick to prepare and yields a tender cake with hints of vanilla and optional lemon zest for added freshness.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup yogurt
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease or line an 8-inch round cake pan with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt to ensure they are well combined and aerated.
- Beat Eggs and Sugar: In a large bowl, beat the eggs and granulated sugar together until the mixture becomes light, fluffy, and pale in color, which helps create a light texture.
- Add Wet Ingredients: To the egg mixture, add the yogurt, vegetable oil, vanilla extract, and lemon zest if using, whisking until fully combined and smooth.
- Incorporate Dry Ingredients: Gently fold the dry flour mixture into the wet ingredients using a spatula, mixing until just combined to prevent overmixing and maintain fluffiness.
- Pour Batter into Pan: Transfer the batter into the prepared cake pan, smoothing the top evenly to ensure uniform baking.
- Bake the Cake: Bake in the preheated oven for about 35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, signaling the cake is cooked through.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then remove and transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing and serving.
Notes
- For added flavor, consider topping the cake with fresh berries or a light dusting of powdered sugar.
- If you prefer a dairy-free version, substitute the yogurt with a plant-based yogurt alternative.
- The lemon zest is optional but adds a delightful brightness to the cake.
- Make sure not to overmix the batter after adding the flour to keep the cake light and fluffy.
