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Grapefruit Yogurt Cake

Brighten Your Day with Grapefruit Yogurt Cake Delight

Indulge in this refreshing Grapefruit Yogurt Cake that brings a light, tangy flavor and tender crumb to your dessert table.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 1 cup Greek Yogurt Can be replaced with regular yogurt
  • 1 cup Grapefruit (juice and zest) Fresh is best; lemons or oranges can be used
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Gluten-free blend can be used
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Can be reduced or substituted
  • 1 tbsp Baking Powder Ensure it's fresh for best rise
  • 2 large Eggs Flax or chia eggs for vegan alternatives
  • 1/2 cup Vegetable Oil Melted butter or coconut oil can be used
  • 1/2 tsp Salt A pinch enhances flavor
For the Glaze
  • 1/4 cup Grapefruit Juice Fresh juice preferred
  • 1/2 cup Granulated Sugar Adjust for sweetness preference

Equipment

  • Loaf pan
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Whisk
  • sifter

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a standard loaf pan.
  2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, granulated sugar, and eggs until smooth.
  3. Drizzle in vegetable oil while whisking, then fold in grapefruit juice and zest.
  4. In a separate bowl, sift together flour, baking powder, and salt.
  5. Gradually add dry mixture to wet ingredients, stirring until just combined.
  6. Pour batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
  7. Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
  8. Cool the cake in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  9. For the glaze, mix grapefruit juice and sugar until smooth.
  10. Brush the glaze over the cooled cake before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 24gProtein: 3gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Use ripe grapefruits for best flavor, and avoid overmixing the batter to keep it light and airy.

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