Posted by This low calorie Greek yogurt cake is soft, light, and naturally moist. It is made with simple ingredients and uses Greek yogurt to keep the cake healthy without losing flavor. This cake is perfect for dessert, tea time, or a light sweet snack. It is easy to make and does not require fancy tools or skills.
Ingredients
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt (low fat or fat free)
- 2 eggs
- ¼ cup honey or sugar substitute
- ¼ cup oil
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon baking soda
- Pinch of salt
- Lemon zest or cinnamon (optional)
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Oven and Pan
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C).
- Lightly grease a cake pan or line it with baking paper.
Step 2: Mix Wet Ingredients
- In a bowl, add Greek yogurt, eggs, honey (or sweetener), oil, and vanilla.
- Whisk until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
Step 3: Add Dry Ingredients
- Add flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt to the bowl.
- Mix gently until just combined.
- Do not overmix.
- Add lemon zest or cinnamon if using.
Step 4: Bake the Cake
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan.
- Smooth the top evenly.
- Bake for 30–35 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
Step 5: Cool and Serve
- Remove the cake from the oven.
- Let it cool for 10–15 minutes.
- Slice and serve.
Tips & Tricks
- Use thick Greek yogurt for a softer cake.
- Do not overmix the batter to keep the cake light.
- Let the cake cool before slicing to avoid breaking.
- You can dust the top with powdered sweetener for extra sweetness.
low calorie Greek yogurt cake
Description
A light and healthy cake made with Greek yogurt. It is low in calories, soft in texture, and perfect for a guilt-free dessert.
Duration
Total Time: 40 minutes
Ingredients
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- 2 eggs
- ¼ cup honey or sugar substitute
- ¼ cup oil
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon baking soda
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C) and prepare a cake pan.
- Mix yogurt, eggs, sweetener, oil, and vanilla.
- Add dry ingredients and mix gently.
- Pour batter into pan and bake for 30–35 minutes.
- Cool, slice, and serve.
