Apple Yogurt Cake (Moist & Fluffy Homemade Treat)!

🍰 Apple Yogurt Cake (Moist & Fluffy Homemade Treat)

This simple, one-bowl apple yogurt cake is taking the world by storm! It’s incredibly moist, soft, and lightly sweet, with tender apple slices in every bite. Made with everyday ingredients — no special equipment required!

🧁 Ingredients

• 2 large eggs

• 100 g sugar (½ cup – adjust to taste)

• 80 g unsalted butter, melted and cooled (≈ ⅓ cup)

• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

• 1 pinch salt

• 125 g plain or Greek yogurt (½ cup)

• 180 g all-purpose flour (1 ½ cups)

• 12 g baking powder (about 1 tablespoon)

• 6 medium apples, peeled, cored, and thinly sliced

Optional toppings:

• Powdered sugar for dusting

• A drizzle of honey or caramel sauce

• A sprinkle of cinnamon for extra warmth

👩‍🍳 Instructions

1. Preheat oven:
   Set your oven to 180°C (350°F). Grease and line a 9-inch (24 cm) round cake pan with parchment paper.

2. Mix wet ingredients:
   In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, sugar, melted butter, vanilla, and salt until smooth and slightly frothy.

3. Add yogurt:
   Whisk in the yogurt until fully combined. The mixture should look creamy.

4. Combine dry ingredients:
   In a separate bowl, mix the flour and baking powder, then sift them into the wet mixture. Stir gently until just combined — don’t overmix.

5. Fold in apples:
   Add the sliced apples and gently fold them into the batter so each piece is coated. The batter will be thick and full of apple slices.

6. Bake:
   Pour the batter into the prepared pan, spreading evenly. Bake for 35–45 minutes, or until the top is golden and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

7. Cool and serve:
   Let the cake cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then remove it and let it finish cooling on a wire rack. Dust with powdered sugar or drizzle with honey before serving.

🥄 Tips & Variations

• Best apples: Granny Smith, Honeycrisp, Fuji, or Golden Delicious work beautifully.

• Add flavor: Mix in ½ teaspoon cinnamon or a pinch of nutmeg for cozy fall flavor.

• Make it lighter: Substitute half the butter for vegetable oil or extra yogurt.

• Nutty twist: Add a handful of chopped walnuts or almonds to the batter.

• Gluten-free option: Use a 1:1 gluten-free baking flour blend.

🧊 Storage

• Store covered at room temperature for up to 2 days, or refrigerate for up to 5 days.

• Warm slightly before serving to restore that soft, fluffy texture.

• Can be frozen for up to 2 months — just wrap tightly and thaw before serving.

☕ Serving Suggestions

• Pair with a cup of tea, coffee, or warm apple cider.

• Top with vanilla ice cream or a dollop of Greek yogurt for a decadent dessert.