Description
A soft, moist, and fragrant cake made with yoghurt and delicately infused with orange blossom and citrus zest, perfect for a light and elegant dessert or tea-time treat.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup plain yoghurt
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil or melted butter
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 tablespoon orange blossom water
- 1 tablespoon orange zest
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar (optional, for topping)
- 2 tablespoons orange juice (optional, for glaze)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a cake pan.
- Whisk eggs and sugar until light and slightly fluffy.
- Add yoghurt, oil or melted butter, orange blossom water, vanilla extract, and orange zest, mixing until smooth.
- In a separate bowl, combine flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 30–35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Allow the cake to cool before serving.
- Dust with powdered sugar or drizzle with orange juice glaze if desired.
Notes
- Use orange blossom water sparingly for a balanced flavor.
- Add sliced almonds on top for extra texture.
- Mix gently to avoid a dense cake.
- Use Greek yogurt for a thicker texture.
- Let cake rest before slicing for best results.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 140mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
