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Fluffy flourless Lemon Yogurt Cake on a white plate with lemon slices

Fluffy Yogurt Cake

A light and airy cake made without flour, butter, or oil, perfect for a guilt-free treat.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

  • 2 cups plain yogurt Greek or regular
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 pinch salt
  • 1 cup cornstarch
  • ½ cup fresh lemon juice optional
  • Zest of 1 lemon zest of 1 lemon optional

Method

Preparation

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  • In a large bowl, mix the yogurt and sugar until smooth.
  • Add in the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
  • Stir in vanilla extract, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  • Slowly add in the cornstarch, mixing until combined.
  • If using, fold in fresh lemon juice and zest to add a refreshing flavor.
  • Pour the batter into a greased cake pan.

Baking

  • Bake for about 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  • Let it cool before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 5gFat: 2gSodium: 150mgSugar: 14g

Notes

Make sure your yogurt is at room temperature before mixing for a smoother batter. Feel free to experiment with different flavorings such as almond extract or adding cocoa powder for a chocolate version. Don’t overmix once you add the cornstarch; just combine it until there are no more dry spots.
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