Description
This Greek Yogurt Cake is light, moist, and naturally sweet, with only 175 calories per slice. Made with vanilla Greek yogurt and pantry staples, it fits perfectly into a low calorie meal plan or balanced lifestyle. Packed with protein from healthy Greek yogurt, it satisfies dessert cravings without excess sugar or fat.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1½ cups (375g) Greek yogurt
- 3 medium eggs
- ¼ cup (60ml) olive oil
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ¾ cup (150g) erythritol
- 1¼ cups (150g) all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp baking powder
- ¼ tsp salt
- Zest of 1 lemon (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line the bottom of a 9-inch round cake pan with parchment paper and lightly grease the sides.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt, eggs, olive oil, vanilla extract, and erythritol until smooth and creamy.
- In a separate bowl, sift or whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, and lemon zest (if using).
- Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients using a spatula or wooden spoon until no streaks of flour remain.
- Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
- Bake for 40–45 minutes or until the top is golden and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely. Slice and serve.
Notes
- This cake is a simple and guilt-free option for healthy sweet treats.
- Enjoy it plain or with your choice of toppings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Greek
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 175
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Low Calorie Greek Yogurt, Greek Yogurt Cake, Healthy Dessert