The GREEK YOGURT, ALMOND AND LEMON CAKE is a soft and aromatic dessert that captures the fresh notes of citrus and the delicate flavor of nuts. Perfect for breakfast, an afternoon snack or as a light dessert, it wins you over with its moist, comforting texture, made even more enjoyable by the addition of Greek yogurt, which adds creaminess and softness to the batter.
The intense flavor of the almonds blends harmoniously with the fresh, citrusy notes of lemon, creating a refined balance that never becomes cloying. The top, often sprinkled with sliced almonds, becomes slightly crunchy during baking, contrasting with the soft, fragrant interior.
Easy to prepare and made with simple ingredients, this cake is ideal for anyone looking for a genuine yet flavorful dessert. Delicious on its own, it can be paired with a light lemon glaze or a dusting of powdered sugar for a more elegant result.
A versatile, fragrant cake that brings simplicity and taste to the table with a refined touch.
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- Difficulty: Very easy
- Cost: Very affordable
- Preparation time: 15 Minutes
- Cooking time: 45 Minutes
- Portions: 8 Servings
- Cooking methods: Oven
- Cuisine: Italian
- Seasonality: All seasons
- Energy 339.88 (Kcal)
- Carbohydrates 35.86 (g) of which sugars 20.04 (g)
- Proteins 9.06 (g)
- Fat 18.57 (g) of which saturated 1.75 (g)of which unsaturated 9.01 (g)
- Fibers 2.09 (g)
- Sodium 78.05 (mg)
Indicative values for a portion of 100 g processed in an automated way starting from the nutritional information available on the CREA* and FoodData Central** databases. It is not food and / or nutritional advice.
* CREATES Food and Nutrition Research Center: https://www.crea.gov.it/alimenti-e-nutrizione https://www.alimentinutrizione.it ** U.S. Department of Agriculture, Agricultural Research Service. FoodData Central, 2019. https://fdc.nal.usda.gov
Ingredients
- 3 eggs (medium, at room temperature)
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup Greek yogurt (0% fat) (about 200 g, or plain)
- 6 tbsp sunflower oil
- 1 tbsp lemon juice (about 1 tbsp + 1 tsp (approx. 20 g))
- lemon zest
- 1 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup almond flour
- 1 sachet baking powder for cakes (about 16 g (adjust as per your brand))
- 1 pinch salt
- sliced almonds
For the Greek yogurt, almond and lemon cake you will need
- 1 Bowl
- Electric whisk
- 1 Sieve
- 1 Pan 8 2/3 in (22 cm)
Preparation of the Greek yogurt, almond and lemon cake
In a bowl, beat the eggs with the sugar until you obtain a light and frothy mixture.
Add the Greek yogurt at room temperature, the oil, the lemon juice and the lemon zest. Mix well.
Add the sifted flour, baking powder and salt, and the almond flour. Fold in the dry ingredients.
Pour the batter into a 8 2/3 in (22 cm) pan greased and floured and level the surface.
Sprinkle with sliced almonds and bake in a preheated, conventional oven at 356°F for 40-45 minutes.Check for doneness with the toothpick test.
Then remove from the oven, let it cool completely and serve dusted with powdered sugar.
