Description
Gâteau au Yaourt, or French Yogurt Cake, is a classic French dessert that originated from the practice of using a yogurt container as a measuring cup for all the ingredients. This fun and easy recipe has become a staple in many French households. The cake is moist, tender, and subtly flavored with lemon zest and a hint of vanilla, making it perfect for breakfast, snacks, or as a dessert after dinner.
Ingredients
- 1½ cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- Pinch of salt
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 3 large eggs
- ½ cup plain whole milk yogurt
- ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ cup flavorless oil (like canola or vegetable)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 1 lb. loaf pan.
- In a bowl, rub lemon zest into sugar with your fingers until fragrant.
- Whisk in eggs until pale and light. Add yogurt and vanilla; mix well.
- Add dry ingredients: flour, baking powder, and salt. Whisk until smooth.
- Fold in oil using a spatula until batter is glossy.
- Pour into pan and bake for 40–50 minutes, until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool on a wire rack before serving. Optional: dust with powdered sugar or serve with berries.
Notes
This cake is wonderfully moist and simple, making it perfect for any time of day. Enjoy a slice with your morning coffee, as a light dessert, or as a snack. A simple dusting of powdered sugar is traditional, but you can also serve it with fresh berries, a dollop of crème fraîche, or a drizzle of lemon glaze for extra flavor.
- Prep Time: 10-15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40-50 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 250-350
- Sugar: 18-30g
- Sodium: 150-250mg
- Fat: 10-18g
- Saturated Fat: 5-10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5-8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30-45g
- Fiber: 0-1g
- Protein: 4-6g
- Cholesterol: 40-80mg
Keywords: Gâteau au Yaourt, French cake, yogurt cake recipe, French dessert