Fluffy Yogurt Cloud Cake: 3 Secrets to Heavenly Light Dessert
A light and airy yogurt cake with a cloud-like texture, perfect for a family dessert.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: International
- Diet: Low Calorie
Ingredients
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- 2 cups plain Greek yogurt (full-fat)
- 4 large eggs, separated
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- Powdered sugar (for dusting)
- Fresh whipped cream (for topping)
- Fresh mint or berries (optional garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325°F and line an 8-inch square pan with parchment paper.
- Whisk Greek yogurt, egg yolks, sugar, cornstarch, vanilla, and lemon juice until smooth.
- Beat egg whites with salt until stiff peaks form, then gently fold into the yogurt mixture.
- Pour batter into the pan and bake for 40–45 minutes until golden brown and slightly jiggly.
- Cool completely in the pan, then chill for at least 1 hour before serving.
- Dust with powdered sugar, top with whipped cream, and garnish as desired.
Notes
- Use full-fat Greek yogurt for the creamiest texture.
- Ensure egg whites are beaten to stiff peaks for maximum fluffiness.
- Chilling helps the cake set for clean slices.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 130mg