Description
This Healthy Greek Yogurt Lemon Loaf Cake balances health and indulgence, using efficient ingredients and a straightforward method for a bright, citrusy flavor without refined sugars or processed oils.
Ingredients
1 1/2 cups Spelt Flour or White Whole Wheat Flour
1 cup Greek Yogurt (Plain, Full-Fat or 2%)
1/2 cup Honey or Maple Syrup
1/3 cup Avocado Oil
2 Fresh Lemons (zest and juice)
2 Eggs (room temperature)
1 1/2 tsp Baking Powder
1/2 tsp Baking Soda
1/4 tsp Salt
1 tsp Vanilla Extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a standard 9×5-inch loaf pan with parchment paper
- In a large mixing bowl, combine Greek yogurt, honey, avocado oil, eggs, lemon juice, lemon zest, and vanilla extract. Whisk until smooth
- Sift in the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt directly into the wet mixture. Fold gently with a spatula until no streaks of flour remai
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan. Bake for 45 to 55 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clea
- Let the loaf cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then lift out using the parchment paper and cool completely on a wire rack
Notes
Use high-quality ingredients for best results.
For a gluten-free version, use a high-quality gluten-free baking flour blend.
For added flavor, consider folding in blueberries or poppy seeds.
- Prep Time: 20 mins
- Cook Time: 45-55 mins
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 210 kcal
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 40mg