Easy 5-Minute Yogurt Cake (Super Soft & Fluffy)!

🧁 Easy 5-Minute Yogurt Cake (Super Soft & Fluffy)

This Easy 5-Minute Cake is perfect when you want something quick, simple, and delicious. No mixer needed, no complicated steps — just one bowl and basic ingredients. The yogurt makes it extra moist and soft, while the oil keeps it light and fluffy. Perfect for tea time or a quick dessert!

📝 Ingredients

• 3 eggs (room temperature)

• ¾ cup sugar

• ⅓ cup vegetable oil

• ⅔ cup plain yogurt (room temperature)

• 1½ cups all-purpose flour

• 1 teaspoon baking powder

• ½ teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)

👩‍🍳 Instructions (Step-by-Step)

1. Preheat Oven
   Heat oven to 350°F (180°C). Grease a loaf pan or 8-inch cake pan and line with parchment paper.

2. Mix Wet Ingredients
   In a large bowl, whisk together eggs and sugar until slightly light and creamy (about 1 minute).

3. Add Oil & Yogurt
   Add vegetable oil, yogurt, and vanilla. Mix until smooth.

4. Add Dry Ingredients
   Add flour and baking powder. Gently whisk until just combined.
   ⚠️ Do not overmix — this keeps the cake soft.

5. Pour & Bake
   Pour batter into prepared pan.
   Bake for 25–30 minutes or until golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

6. Cool & Serve
   Let cool for 10–15 minutes before slicing.
   Enjoy plain, dusted with powdered sugar, or with tea ☕

🍰 Description

This cake is:

• ✅ Soft and moist

• ✅ Light and fluffy

• ✅ Not too sweet

• ✅ Perfect for beginners

• ✅ Ready in under 40 minutes

It’s a great base recipe — you can easily customize it with nuts, chocolate chips, or lemon zest.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions (Q/A)

Q1: Can I use Greek yogurt?

Yes! You can use Greek yogurt. If it’s very thick, add 1–2 tablespoons of milk to thin it slightly.

Q2: Can I replace oil with butter?

Yes. Use ⅓ cup melted butter instead of oil. The texture will be slightly richer.

Q3: Can I reduce the sugar?

Yes, you can reduce it to ½ cup if you prefer less sweetness.

Q4: Why did my cake turn dense?

Most likely from overmixing the batter or using cold ingredients. Always mix gently and use room-temperature ingredients.

Q5: Can I add flavors?

Absolutely! Try:

• Lemon zest 🍋

• Chocolate chips 🍫

• Chopped nuts 🌰

• Cinnamon (½ tsp)

• Cocoa powder (replace 2 tbsp flour with cocoa)

Q6: How do I store it?

Keep in an airtight container at room temperature for 2 days or refrigerate for up to 5 days.

Q7: Can I freeze this cake?

Yes! Wrap slices in plastic wrap and freeze for up to 2 months. Thaw at room temperature before serving.