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Healthy Lemon Blueberry Yogurt Cake

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A moist and tender lemon blueberry yogurt cake that is light, flavorful, and perfect for any occasion. Uses Greek yogurt for moisture and tang, with fresh blueberries for bursts of natural sweetness.

Ingredients

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  • 1 ¾ cups (220 g) all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ¾ cup (150 g) granulated sugar
  • 1 cup (245 g) plain full-fat Greek yogurt
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest
  • ¼ cup (60 ml) vegetable oil
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup (150 g) fresh blueberries

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. In a large bowl, whisk the sugar and Greek yogurt until smooth. Add eggs, lemon juice, lemon zest, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract. Whisk until fully combined and slightly fluffy, about 1-2 minutes.
  4. Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients, folding gently with a spatula or mixing slowly until uniform. Avoid overmixing.
  5. Carefully fold in the blueberries, reserving a few for topping if desired.
  6. Spoon the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top. Scatter reserved blueberries on top if using.
  7. Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs. Start checking at 40 minutes to avoid overbaking.
  8. Cool the cake in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

Use room temperature eggs for better emulsification. Do not overmix the batter to keep the crumb tender. Fresh lemons and blueberries are preferred for best flavor and texture. Toss blueberries in a teaspoon of flour before folding in to prevent sinking. Cake tastes better the next day. For gluten-free, substitute flour with a gluten-free blend. For dairy-free, use coconut or almond yogurt and coconut oil.

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