Cooking Light's Spanish Orange Yogurt Cake

Delight in the Mediterranean-inspired charm of Cooking Light's Spanish Orange Yogurt Cake, a simple yet elegant dessert that pairs bright citrus flavors with a moist, tender crumb. Infused with freshly grated orange zest and juice, this cake is elevated by the richness of Greek yogurt and the subtle depth of olive oil. A quick 15-minute prep time and straightforward techniques make it perfect for both seasoned bakers and beginners alike. The result is a light, aromatic cake with a hint of sweetness, ideal for enjoying as a midday treat or a crowd-pleasing dessert. Serve it with a dusting of powdered sugar for a touch of sophistication and let its fresh, zesty notes transport you to a sun-soaked Spanish afternoon. Keywords: Spanish Orange Yogurt Cake, citrus dessert, Mediterranean-inspired cake, light and moist cake, olive oil cake recipe.

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 0.25 teaspoons salt
• 0.75 cups granulated sugar
• 1 tablespoon orange zest
• 3 large eggs
• 0.75 cups plain Greek yogurt
• 0.5 cups freshly squeezed orange juice
• 0.5 cups olive oil
• 2 tablespoons powdered sugar (for dusting, optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9-inch round cake pan and line the bottom with parchment paper for easy removal.

Step 2

In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Set this dry mixture aside.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, use your hands to rub the granulated sugar and orange zest together until the sugar feels slightly moist and fragrant. This releases the oils from the zest.

Step 4

Add the eggs to the sugar mixture and whisk until pale and frothy, about 2 minutes.

Step 5

Stir in the Greek yogurt, followed by the freshly squeezed orange juice and olive oil. Mix until smooth and well combined.

Step 6

Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture. Do not overmix; stir until just combined and the batter is smooth.

Step 7

Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top with a spatula.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 9

Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then, transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 10

Once the cake is cool, dust the top with powdered sugar (if desired) before serving.

Step 11

Slice into wedges and enjoy this light, citrusy dessert!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(933.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2709.8

Total Fat 132.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 24.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 10.7g
Cholesterol 576.4mg	0%
Sodium 1176.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 332.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 6.6g	0%
Total Sugars 182.8g
Protein 55.9g	0%

Vitamin D 120IU	0%
Calcium 343.8mg	0%
Iron 12.5mg	0%
Potassium 928.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 43.5%

Protein: 8.1%

Carbs: 48.4%