Description
This Healthy Greek Yogurt Lemon Loaf Cake is a delightful treat that combines the tangy flavor of lemon with the creaminess of Greek yogurt. Moist and flavorful, this cake is perfect for any occasion, from breakfast to dessert.
Ingredients
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Wet Ingredients:
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
- â…“ cup honey or maple syrup
- 2 large eggs
- ¼ cup olive oil or melted coconut oil
- zest of 2 lemons
- ¼ cup fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Dry Ingredients:
- 1 ½ cups white whole wheat flour or all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon baking soda
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a 9×5-inch loaf pan.
- Mix wet ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, honey, eggs, olive oil, lemon zest, lemon juice, and vanilla extract.
- Combine dry ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Combine mixtures: Gradually add dry ingredients to wet mixture, stirring until just combined.
- Bake: Pour batter into loaf pan and bake for 40–45 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool: Let the loaf cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- For a light lemon glaze, mix ½ cup powdered sugar with 1–2 tablespoons lemon juice and drizzle over the cooled loaf.
- Store covered at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for longer freshness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
