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Flourless Lemon Yogurt Cake Recipe

3.9 from 78 reviews

This Flourless Lemon Yogurt Cake is a moist, tangy, and naturally sweetened dessert made with almond flour and Greek yogurt. Perfect for those seeking a gluten-free, low-carb treat, this cake combines fresh lemon juice and zest with the creamy texture of yogurt, sweetened lightly with maple syrup or honey. Baked to perfection, it is an easy-to-make cake ideal for any occasion.

Ingredients

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Wet Ingredients

  • ⅓ cup (80 ml) fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest
  • 3 large eggs
  • ⅓ cup (80 ml) maple syrup or honey
  • ½ cup (120 g) plain Greek yogurt
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Dry Ingredients

  • 1 cup (100 g) almond flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ¼ teaspoon salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8-inch round cake pan with parchment paper and lightly grease the sides to prevent sticking.
  2. Mix wet ingredients: In a mixing bowl, whisk together the fresh lemon juice, lemon zest, eggs, maple syrup or honey, plain Greek yogurt, and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
  3. Add dry ingredients: Add the almond flour, baking powder, and salt to the wet mixture. Stir gently until the batter is fully combined with no lumps visible.
  4. Prepare to bake: Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan, spreading it evenly and smoothing the top with a spatula.
  5. Bake the cake: Place the cake pan in the oven and bake for 30–35 minutes. The cake is done when the center is set, and a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  6. Cool: Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then carefully transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing and serving.

Notes

  • This cake is naturally gluten-free due to the use of almond flour instead of wheat flour.
  • You can substitute honey with maple syrup to keep it vegan-friendly if using a plant-based yogurt instead of Greek yogurt.
  • The cake is moist and may not rise significantly, which is typical for a flourless cake.
  • For added texture, consider folding in chopped nuts or fresh berries before baking.
  • Store leftovers wrapped tightly in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Keywords: flourless lemon yogurt cake, gluten free cake, almond flour cake, lemon cake, healthy cake, low carb dessert