Name: Greek Yogurt Cake
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 60 min
Total time: 80 min
Ingredients: 500 g Greek yogurt; 3 piece Eggs; 60 g Cornstarch; Sweetener (erythritol, honey or other); 3 Tropfen natural vanilla extract

Description

This Greek yogurt cake is a simple and delicious dessert. With only a few ingredients such as yogurt, eggs and sweetener, it is quick to prepare. The cake is light and high in protein, ideal after a workout or as a low-calorie dessert. The preparation time is approx. 80 minutes.

Ingredients (5 ingredients)

500 g Greek yogurt

3 piece Eggs

60 g Cornstarch

Sweetener (erythritol, honey or other)

3 Tropfen natural vanilla extract

Preparation (6 steps)

Prepare baking pan

Line a baking pan with a diameter of 18-20 cm with lightly greased or moistened baking paper.

Mix ingredients

Thermomix® Setting

30 sec/Speed 4

Add 2 cups (approx. 500 g) of Greek yogurt, 3 eggs, sweetener (erythritol, honey or other, in various amounts) and 3 drops of natural vanilla extract to the mixing bowl and mix for 30 sec/speed 4.

30 sec

Add cornstarch

Thermomix® Setting

15 sec/Speed 3

Add 1/2 cup (approx. 60 g) of cornstarch to the mixing bowl and stir in for 15 sec/speed 3 to avoid lumps.

15 sec

Pour the dough into the baking pan

Pour the dough into the prepared baking pan and smooth the surface with a spatula.

Bake cake

Bake in a preheated oven at 180 °C for about 50 minutes until the top is lightly browned.

50 min

Let cake cool

After baking, let the cake cool for at least 30 minutes before removing it from the pan and serving.

30 min

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About this recipe

This Greek yogurt cake is a kind of culinary journey back to my childhood for me. My grandmother, a true Greek, often baked it, but without a Thermomix®. She affectionately called it "Yiaourtopita", and the scent that wafted through the house while baking has remained in my memory to this day. I have adapted her recipe somewhat over the years to make it easier and quicker to prepare without sacrificing the authentic taste. Greek yogurt is of course the main ingredient and responsible for the juicy, slightly sour note of the cake. Make sure to use a yogurt with a high fat content, ideally 10%, as this gives the cake a richer texture. The eggs provide the binding and the necessary airiness. The cornstarch is the secret here for the perfect consistency. It gives the cake support without making it dry or crumbly. Do not use too much, otherwise it will become too firm. You have free choice when it comes to the sweetener. I personally prefer erythritol because it is low in calories and does not affect blood sugar levels as much. Honey gives the cake a slightly caramel flavor, while maple syrup adds a subtle sweetness and a hint of maple flavor. The vanilla extract rounds off the taste profile and provides a pleasant warmth. The preparation in the Thermomix® is very simple. It is important that you add the ingredients to the mixing bowl in the order indicated in order to achieve an optimal result. When mixing, make sure not to choose the levels too high, otherwise the cake will draw in too much air and collapse during baking. The baking time may vary depending on the oven. Check the cake after 45 minutes and pierce with a wooden skewer. If no more dough sticks to it, it is ready. Be sure to let the cake cool completely before removing it from the pan, otherwise it may break easily. The recipe is already suitable for a vegetarian version. A vegan version is a bit more difficult because the eggs play an important role. You could try replacing the eggs with applesauce or a mixture of flaxseed flour and water, but the result will probably be a little different. Experiment with different spices to give the cake a personal touch. Lemon or orange zest go perfectly with the yogurt. A pinch of cinnamon or cardamom can also add an interesting flavor dimension to the cake. Serve the cake plain or with fresh berries and a dollop of Greek yogurt. A lightly sweetened fruit compote also goes perfectly with it. The cake can be kept in the refrigerator for up to three days. You can also prepare it well in advance and freeze it. Simply let it thaw before serving.