This Viral Lemon Yogurt Cake (No Flour) is irresistibly moist, zesty, and light—made with simple, wholesome ingredients and bursting with fresh lemon flavor! 🍋🍰✨
Ingredients
- 1 cup plain yogurt (Greek or regular)
- 1 cup sugar
- 3 large eggs
- ½ cup vegetable oil
- 1½ cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp baking powder
- Zest of 2 lemons
- ¼ cup fresh lemon juice
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
1. Preheat the Oven
First, preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Then, grease and line a loaf pan or round cake pan.
2. Mix the Wet Ingredients
Next, in a large bowl, whisk together the yogurt and sugar until smooth.
Then, add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
Afterward, pour in the oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, and vanilla extract. Stir until fully combined.
3. Combine the Dry Ingredients
Meanwhile, in a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. This step ensures even distribution.
4. Make the Batter
Now, gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet mixture.
Gently fold everything together until just combined. However, avoid overmixing, as this can make the cake dense.
5. Bake the Cake
Then, pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
Bake for 40–50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
If the top browns too quickly, loosely cover it with foil.
6. Cool and Serve
Finally, allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10–15 minutes.
After that, transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
For extra flavor, drizzle with a simple lemon glaze or dust with powdered sugar before serving.
Optional Lemon Glaze
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2–3 tbsp lemon juice
Mix until smooth; then, drizzle over the cooled cake.
Tips for Best Results
- For a stronger citrus flavor, add extra lemon zest.
- Additionally, use room temperature ingredients for a smoother batter.
- If you prefer a richer texture, you can substitute part of the oil with melted butter.
Why This Cake Went Viral
This cake became popular because it combines simplicity with bakery-quality results. Moreover, it requires no fancy equipment, yet it delivers a soft, tender crumb every time.
