Description
This Healthy Greek Yogurt Lemon Loaf Cake is a delightful treat that’s perfect for any time of day. Made with wholesome ingredients like Greek yogurt and fresh lemon juice, this cake is moist, flavorful, and not too sweet. The optional lemon glaze adds a tangy finishing touch that complements the citrusy flavors beautifully.
Ingredients
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Main Cake Ingredients:
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
- ½ cup honey or maple syrup
- ⅓ cup olive oil or melted coconut oil
- 2 large eggs
- zest of 2 lemons
- ¼ cup fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1½ cups white whole wheat flour or all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon baking soda
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Optional Lemon Glaze:
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- 1–2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan or line with parchment paper.
- Mix wet ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt, honey, olive oil, eggs, lemon zest, lemon juice, and vanilla until smooth.
- Combine dry ingredients: In a separate bowl, mix the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet, stirring until just combined—do not overmix.
- Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top. Bake for 40–45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool and glaze: Let the loaf cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely. If using the glaze, whisk together powdered sugar and lemon juice until smooth, then drizzle over the cooled loaf.
Notes
- Store covered at room temperature for 2 days or refrigerate for up to 5 days.
- You can use low-fat Greek yogurt for a lighter version.
- For extra lemon flavor, brush with additional lemon juice while the loaf is warm.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 140mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
