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Healthy Greek Yogurt Lemon Loaf Cake

Healthy Greek Yogurt Lemon Loaf Cake That You’ll Love!

This Healthy Greek Yogurt Lemon Loaf Cake is a guilt-free dessert that balances tangy lemons and creamy yogurt for a delightful treat.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Greek
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 1.5 cups all-purpose flour You can substitute with whole wheat or almond flour for added fiber.
  • 1 cup Greek yogurt Make sure it's fresh for the best flavor.
  • 0.5 cups honey or maple syrup Can be swapped with agave syrup or coconut sugar.
  • 0.25 cups lemon juice Freshly squeezed juice is recommended for optimal taste.
  • 2 large eggs Fresh eggs yield better results.
  • 2 tsp baking powder Check the freshness before use.
  • 0.5 tsp salt Enhances flavor and balances sweetness.
For Customization
  • 1 zest from lemon Don't skip this for that bright zing!
  • add-ins (optional) Consider nuts or chocolate chips for more texture.

Equipment

  • Loaf Pan
  • Mixing Bowls
  • whisk
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a standard loaf pan by greasing it lightly or lining it with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt until well combined.
  3. In another bowl, combine Greek yogurt, lemon juice, lemon zest, and honey or maple syrup, whisking until smooth.
  4. Gently fold the wet mixture into the dry ingredients until just combined; a few lumps are acceptable.
  5. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, smoothing the top with a spatula.
  6. Bake for 45-50 minutes, checking for doneness with a toothpick inserted into the center.
  7. Once baked, cool the cake in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 5gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Use fresh lemons and Greek yogurt to enhance flavor. Avoid overmixing to keep the loaf tender. Store in an airtight container for freshness.

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