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Easy Greek Yogurt Lemon Cake Recipe

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This easy Greek Yogurt Lemon Cake is a moist and tangy treat, perfect for any occasion. Made with simple ingredients and topped with a zesty lemon glaze, it offers a refreshing citrus flavor in every bite.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Wet Ingredients

  • 3/4 cup sugar
  • 1/2 cup olive oil (or any neutral oil)
  • 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 3 large eggs
  • Zest of 2 lemons
  • 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Glaze

  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 1–2 tablespoons lemon juice

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven and prepare pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a loaf pan with parchment paper.
  2. Mix dry and wet ingredients separately: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. In another bowl, mix the sugar, olive oil, Greek yogurt, eggs, lemon zest, lemon juice, and vanilla until the mixture is smooth and slightly glossy.
  3. Combine mixtures: Slowly add the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, whisking gently until no streaks of flour remain.
  4. Bake the cake: Pour the batter into your prepared pan, smooth the top, and bake for about 40–45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  5. Cool the cake: Let it cool for at least 15 minutes before glazing or slicing — this helps the crumb set perfectly.
  6. Prepare and add glaze: To make the glaze, simply whisk together powdered sugar and lemon juice until smooth and pourable. Drizzle it over the cooled cake and let it set before serving. It adds that extra burst of citrus that makes every bite sing.

Notes

  • Letting the cake cool for at least 15 minutes before glazing helps the crumb set perfectly.
  • The glaze adds an extra burst of citrus flavor to the cake.

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