Zesty Lemon Cake

Ingredients

• 3 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla essence
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 150 grams granulated sugar
• 1 lemon zest
• 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons plain yogurt
• 120ml neutral oil
• 250 grams all-purpose flour
• 15 grams baking powder
• Almond petals for garnish

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Step 1

In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, vanilla, salt, and sugar until the mixture is light, fluffy, and has almost doubled in size.

Step 2

Stir in the lemon zest, lemon juice, yogurt, and oil gently until everything is well combined but don’t overmix.

Step 3

Sift the flour and baking powder together, then add them to the wet ingredients in two parts, folding carefully to keep the batter airy.

Step 4

Pour the batter into a greased cake tin, sprinkle the almond petals on top, and use a spatula to make a shallow cut down the center.

Step 5

Bake in a preheated oven at 180°C (356°F) for about 25-30 minutes, or until the cake turns golden and a toothpick inserted in the middle comes out clean.

Step 6

Let it cool a bit, then enjoy warm with a cup of tea or however you like—the bright lemon flavor really shines!