A slice of strawberry yogurt cake with a moist, fluffy crumb and a few fresh strawberry slices on top.
Strawberry yogurt cake is a light, fluffy, and moist dessert that combines the tangy flavor of yogurt with the sweetness of strawberries. This cake is perfect for any occasion and is a great way to celebrate the season’s fresh strawberries. It’s easy to make and has a wonderful balance of flavors that will leave everyone asking for the recipe.
Introduction
This strawberry yogurt cake is incredibly simple yet delicious. The yogurt in the cake makes it moist and tender, while the fresh strawberries provide bursts of sweetness throughout. The cake is light enough to serve for brunch or dessert and pairs perfectly with a cup of tea or coffee.
What’s great about this recipe is how versatile it is. You can swap in different fruits depending on what’s in season, but strawberries are by far the best choice for this cake. It’s a perfect dessert to make when strawberries are at their peak freshness.
Why You’ll Love This Strawberry Yogurt Cake
- Moist and fluffy: The yogurt helps keep the cake moist, while the texture is light and airy.
- Fresh strawberries: The cake is studded with juicy strawberries that give it a sweet pop in every bite.
- Quick and easy to make: Just a few simple ingredients and no complicated steps.
- Perfect for all occasions: This cake is great for birthdays, brunches, or as an afternoon snack.
- Versatile: Feel free to swap the strawberries for other fruits like blueberries or raspberries.
Ingredients for Strawberry Yogurt Cake
For the Cake
- All-purpose flour (2 cups): Forms the base of the cake.
- Granulated sugar (1 cup): Sweetens the cake.
- Baking powder (2 teaspoons): Helps the cake rise.
- Salt (1/4 teaspoon): Balances the sweetness.
- Unsalted butter (1/2 cup, softened): Adds richness and flavor to the cake.
- Eggs (2 large): Helps bind the cake and provides structure.
- Vanilla extract (1 teaspoon): Adds flavor.
- Plain yogurt (1 cup): The secret to a moist, tender cake.
- Fresh strawberries (1 cup, chopped): Adds sweetness and texture to the cake.
Strawberry Yogurt Cake Recipe Step-by-Step
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Bake Time: 30–35 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
- 1. Preheat and prep. Preheat your oven to 350°F. Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan.
- 2. Mix dry ingredients. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- 3. Cream butter and sugar. In a separate bowl, cream the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy (about 2-3 minutes).
- 4. Add eggs and vanilla. Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
- 5. Add yogurt. Add the yogurt and mix until just combined.
- 6. Combine with dry ingredients. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- 7. Fold in strawberries. Gently fold in the chopped strawberries.
- 8. Bake the cake. Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top. Bake for 30–35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- 9. Cool and serve. Allow the cake to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before serving.
Reader Review: This cake was so light and fluffy with the perfect hint of strawberry sweetness. It was a huge hit at brunch!
Tips for Perfect Strawberry Yogurt Cake
- Don’t overmix the batter: Overmixing can result in a dense cake.
- Use fresh strawberries: Fresh strawberries give the best flavor and texture, but you can also use frozen if needed.
- Let the cake cool before serving: This helps the flavors set and makes slicing easier.
Variations & Substitutions
- Blueberry yogurt cake: Swap strawberries for blueberries for a different flavor.
- Peach yogurt cake: Use fresh or canned peaches in place of the strawberries.
- Vegan version: Use non-dairy yogurt and replace eggs with a flax egg.
Make-Ahead & Freezing
- Make ahead: The cake can be made the day before and stored in an airtight container at room temperature.
- Freezing: Freeze slices of the cake in an airtight container for up to 1 month.
- Thawing: Thaw in the fridge overnight or at room temperature before serving.
Serving Suggestions & Pairings
- With whipped cream: A dollop of whipped cream on top makes this cake extra special.
- For brunch: Serve with coffee or tea for a light and delicious breakfast or brunch.
- For dessert: Pair with fresh fruit or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
If you make this strawberry yogurt cake, let me know how it turned out! Would you add other fruit, or keep it simple with strawberries?