Description
Grapefruit Yogurt Cake is a refreshing and delightful dessert that combines the tangy brightness of fresh grapefruit with creamy yogurt, resulting in a moist and flavorful cake. Perfect for brunch or as an afternoon treat, this cake not only pleases the palate but also adds a cheerful touch to any dessert table with its pastel colors. Each bite offers a burst of sunshine, making it an ideal pick-me-up for any occasion.
Ingredients
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- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 cup plain yogurt (or Greek yogurt)
- 3 large eggs
- ¼ cup vegetable oil (or melted coconut oil)
- ½ cup fresh grapefruit juice
- Zest of 1 grapefruit
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8-inch round cake pan.
- In one bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, mix yogurt, eggs, vegetable oil, grapefruit juice, and zest until well combined.
- Pour wet ingredients into dry ingredients and stir until just combined; avoid overmixing.
- Transfer the batter to the prepared pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Allow the cake to cool before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (85g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 40mg