French yogurt cake - video recipe !

Dessert
Very Easy
55 min
241 Kcal

The recipe for plain yogurt cake! The easy, very soft dessert that everyone has already made, children and adults alike! This traditional French recipe, born in the 1950s, has become a true classic of homemade baking. The empty yogurt pot is used to measure the other ingredients, which makes the recipe particularly practical and foolproof: one pot of oil, 4 of flour... no need for scales! If you don't know what to bake with them on a Wednesday afternoon, this ultra-soft yogurt cake is the ideal solution. A quick and easy recipe that only requires basic ingredients that we always have in our cupboards. In 15 minutes of preparation, you will have a delicious plain cake that will please the whole family, perfect for snack as well as for breakfast :)

Ingredients

8
Estimated cost: 1.34€ (0.17€/serving)

Materials

  • A 9.5 inches/24 cm diameter springform pan
  • salad bowl
  • oven

Preparation

Preparation15 min
Cook time40 min
  • French yogurt cake - video recipe ! - Preparation step 1Put the yogurt in a bowl, then add the sugar and mix.
  • French yogurt cake - video recipe ! - Preparation step 2Add flour, salt and baking powder, then mix. Then add the oil and mix again.
  • French yogurt cake - video recipe ! - Preparation step 3Add the eggs and mix well. Finally, add the vanilla sugar.
  • French yogurt cake - video recipe ! - Preparation step 4Bake 40 minutes at 360°F (180°C). There you are, your yogurt cake is ready !

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FAQ ❓

Which oil should I use for this recipe?

For a moist yogurt cake, it is recommended to use a neutral oil such as rapeseed oil or peanut oil. These oils add a soft texture without altering the cake's flavor.
Avoid olive oil, which can give it an overly strong flavor and may not be to everyone's liking.
If your yogurt cake isn't rising, there could be several reasons:
- Forgotten baking powder: Check that you've added 2 tsp of baking powder.
- Improperly mixed batter: The batter should be smooth and slightly foamy to incorporate air and facilitate rising.
- Oven not hot enough: Preheat your oven to 360°F/180°C before baking to activate the baking powder.
The ideal pan for a yogurt cake is a 9.5 inches/24 cm diameter springform pan. However, you can also use a loaf pan for a longer shape or muffin pans for individual portions.
Yogurt cake is a perfect base for many variations:
- Change the yogurt flavor (vanilla, lemon, coconut, etc.).
- Add chocolate chips, orange or lemon zest.
- Stir in a little rum or vanilla extract for more flavor.
Tip: For an even more indulgent touch, add hazelnut or almond slivers.
Fruit yogurt cake is an even moister and more fragrant alternative. You can add directly to the batter:
- Apples, pears, and apricots cut into pieces for a fruity and moist cake.
- Fresh or frozen berries (raspberries, blueberries, strawberries) for a tangy version.
Yes, for an even more indulgent yogurt cake, you can top it with:
- Chocolate frosting (melted chocolate + single cream).
- Chocolate spread for an even more decadent effect.
- Simple sugar syrup for a glossy finish.
For individual versions of the yogurt cake, pour the batter into muffin tins and reduce the baking time to 15-20 minutes at 180°C.
If you want to replace the oil, you can use:
- Melted butter for a richer flavor.
- Applesauce for a lighter, fat-free version. - Extra yogurt to keep the cake moist while reducing fat.
For an even more indulgent treat, you can serve your cake with:
- Custard for a more refined dessert.
- Chocolate or red fruit coulis for a sweet touch.
- Jam or honey for a more natural version.
- A scoop of vanilla or caramel ice cream for an irresistible hot-cold contrast.
If you don't have baking powder, here are some effective alternatives:
- 1/2 teaspoon of baking soda + 1 tablespoon of lemon juice (or cider vinegar).
- Beaten egg whites for a fluffier texture.
- Additional plain yogurt, which adds acidity and promotes rising.
Yes, you can bake your yogurt cake in the microwave and here is our recipe.

Nutrition

for 1 serving / for 100 g
Calories: 241Kcal
  • Carbo: 40.8g
  • Total fat: 3.8g
  • Saturated fat: 0.8g
  • Proteins: 9.4g
  • Fibers: 2.1g
  • Sugar: 6.8g
  • ProPoints: 6
  • SmartPoints: 7
Nutritional information for 1 serving (92g)

Cookware

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Questions

What means 1 Pot of yogurt: 100grams, 1,000 grams ???? What. Means 2 pots of sugar: 50 grams , 500 grams ??? It is a poor information for customers that we are interested in your very good recipes. I hope I will receive some information from you.

Hey !

1 pot of yogurt is equal to 125 grams.

For this recipe, to make it "easier" and have the good proportions, you have to re use your pot of yogurt and put the ingredients into it to mesure.

So, if you have a pot of yogurt equal to 100 grams, the other ingredients will be proportionate and no matter the size of your pot, the ingredients will always match ;-)

Hi, i am vegetarien can i substituts eggs with something or remove it completely?

Hi !
If you want to make a yogurt cake without eggs, make this :

3 yogurts
3 flour pots
2 sugar pots
1/2 oil pot
10 gr baking powder
2 tsp vanilla sugar
1 Tbsp lemon juice

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Comments

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anonymous

Can this cake be eggless?

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Response PetitChef_Official:

Yes, you can. Just add 2 more yogurt pots and 1 tsp of baking powder ! Tell us how it went !