Turkish Yogurt Cake
Turkish Yogurt Cake is a scrumptious dessert that perfectly marries the tangy flavor of yogurt with a moist, fluffy texture. This easy-to-make cake boasts a beautiful golden-brown crust and invites everyone to share delightful moments, whether it’s for a special celebration or a cozy afternoon snack. With minimal ingredients and straightforward steps, even novice bakers can impress their friends and family with this delicious treat.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 10 slices 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Turkish
Ingredients
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- 1 cup plain yogurt (full-fat or Greek)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a round cake pan.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together yogurt, sugar, and eggs until smooth.
- In another bowl, combine flour and baking powder; gradually add to the wet mixture, stirring gently until just combined.
- Fold in melted butter and vanilla extract until incorporated.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 30-35 minutes or until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow the cake to cool for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (70g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 70mg