Description
Indulge in the bright and refreshing flavors of Zesty Grapefruit Yogurt Cake. This moist, golden cake is infused with fresh grapefruit juice and zest, perfectly balanced by creamy yogurt for a delightful treat that’s ideal for any occasion. Whether you serve it at brunch or as a satisfying dessert, each slice transports you to sunny days and joyous gatherings. Easy to prepare and irresistible, this cake will soon become your go-to recipe for impressing family and friends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup plain yogurt (Greek or regular)
- ½ cup vegetable oil
- ½ cup fresh grapefruit juice
- Zest of 1 grapefruit
- Powdered sugar (for glaze)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch round cake pan.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, mix eggs, yogurt, vegetable oil, grapefruit juice, and zest until smooth.
- Gently fold the wet mixture into the dry ingredients until just combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 30-35 minutes or until golden brown. A toothpick inserted in the center should come out clean.
- Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack.
- Whisk powdered sugar with grapefruit juice to make a glaze; drizzle over cooled cake.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (75g)
- Calories: 205
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 140mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg