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Yaourtopita Greek Yoghurt Cake Recipe

Indulge in the creamy delight of Yaourtopita, a traditional Greek yogurt cake passed down through generations. This refreshing dessert, perfect for summer, features creamy Greek strained yogurt, fragrant almonds, and a touch of sweet syrup. Easily prepared and incredibly delicious, this recipe transports you to the sun-drenched kitchens of Greece. Best served chilled, but also delightful warm from the oven!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 50 mins
Calories 1503.1 kcal
Protein 47g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Yaourtopita Greek Yoghurt Cake

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How to Make Yaourtopita Greek Yoghurt Cake

  1. Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F).
  2. Cake Preparation:
  3. In a large bowl, whisk together 3 large eggs, 1 cup granulated sugar, and the zest of 1 lemon.
  4. Add 1 cup Greek strained yogurt and whisk until thoroughly combined.
  5. In a separate bowl, combine 1 cup semolina flour (reserve 1 tablespoon), ½ cup slivered almonds, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, 1 teaspoon baking powder, and a pinch of salt. Mix well.
  6. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
  7. Grease a 30cm diameter, 5cm deep baking dish. Sprinkle the reserved 1 tablespoon of semolina evenly over the bottom.
  8. Pour the cake batter into the prepared dish and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  9. Syrup Preparation:
  10. While the cake is baking, prepare the syrup: In a small saucepan, combine 1 cup water, 1 cup granulated sugar, and the juice of ½ lemon. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 5 minutes.
  11. Once the cake is baked, immediately pour the warm syrup evenly over the hot cake while it's still in the dish. Allow the cake to absorb the syrup.
  12. Let the cake cool completely before slicing and serving chilled. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

18 g

Sugar

1001g

Fat

13g

Carbs

109g

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60 Minutes Or Less Time To Make Course Cuisine Preparation Desserts Greek European Cakes