Healthy Greek Yogurt Lemon Loaf Cake Recipe
This Healthy Greek Yogurt Lemon Loaf Cake is a light and refreshing dessert that balances the tartness of fresh lemons with the creamy texture of Greek yogurt. Sweetened naturally with honey or maple syrup, this loaf cake is a wholesome treat perfect for breakfast, snack time, or a guilt-free dessert.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: 1 loaf (8 slices) 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Greek
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup plain unsweetened Greek yogurt
- ½ cup honey or maple syrup
- ¼ cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
- Zest of 2 lemons
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a loaf pan or line it with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt until evenly combined, ensuring the leavening agents are distributed throughout.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, mix the Greek yogurt with honey or maple syrup, freshly squeezed lemon juice, and lemon zest until the mixture is smooth and uniform.
- Combine Wet and Dry: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, folding gently just until combined. Avoid overmixing to keep the loaf tender.
- Bake: Pour the batter into your prepared loaf pan and smooth the top with a spatula. Bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the lemon loaf cake to cool in the pan for 10-15 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely. Slice and serve as desired.
Notes
- You can substitute honey with maple syrup for a vegan option.
- Ensure not to overmix the batter to maintain a light and fluffy texture.
- For an extra moist loaf, you may brush the top with a little lemon glaze after baking.
- Store the cake in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to a week.
- This loaf freezes well—wrap tightly and freeze for up to 2 months.
Keywords: Greek yogurt lemon loaf, healthy lemon cake, low fat dessert, honey lemon cake, Greek dessert
