3 Ingredient Creamy Yogurt Cake Recipe
A simple and delightful 3 Ingredient Creamy Yogurt Cake that uses just nonfat vanilla Greek yogurt, eggs, and cornstarch to create a light, fluffy, and creamy dessert. This cake can be baked either in the oven or air fryer, making it versatile and easy to prepare. Perfect for those who want a quick yet elegant treat with minimal ingredients and effort.
- Author: Isla
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 70 minutes (oven) or 23 minutes (air fryer)
- Total Time: 3 hours 20 minutes (including chilling time)
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Western
- Diet: Low Fat, Low Calorie
For the Cake
- 400 g nonfat vanilla Greek yogurt
- 4 large eggs
- 32 g cornstarch
- Prepare the Pan: Grease the interior of a 15 cm (6-inch) round cake pan with cooking spray and line it with parchment paper, allowing the paper to extend slightly above the rim to prevent sticking and help with easy removal.
- Mix Yogurt and Eggs: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the nonfat vanilla Greek yogurt and eggs until the mixture is completely smooth and well combined, forming a uniform and airy batter.
- Add Cornstarch: Gradually add the cornstarch to the yogurt and egg mixture and continue whisking until the batter is fully smooth with no lumps remaining for the best cake texture.
- Pour Batter Into Pan: Pour the smooth batter evenly into the prepared cake pan, smoothing the surface with a spatula or the back of a spoon to ensure even baking.
- Bake the Cake: For oven baking, preheat your oven to 177°C (350°F) and bake on the lower rack for 70 to 75 minutes or until the cake is set and golden on top. For air fryer baking, preheat to 160°C (320°F) and bake for 20 to 23 minutes until the cake is puffed and lightly caramelized.
- Cool and Chill: Allow the cake to cool at room temperature for at least 30 minutes, then transfer it to the refrigerator to chill for no less than 2 hours, preferably overnight, which helps the cake set and develop its creamy texture.
- Serve: Before serving, bring the chilled cake to room temperature for 15 to 30 minutes. Optionally, drizzle with honey or serve alongside fresh fruit for added flavor and presentation.
Notes
- Use only high-quality nonfat vanilla Greek yogurt for optimal creaminess and structure.
- Ensure the eggs are thoroughly whisked into the yogurt to create a uniform, airy batter.
- The cake fully sets and achieves its creamy texture after proper chilling; don’t skip refrigeration.
- Both oven and air fryer methods are effective; adjust time accordingly.
- Line the pan with parchment paper extending above the rim for easy cake removal.
Keywords: Creamy Yogurt Cake, 3 Ingredient Cake, Greek Yogurt Cake, Healthy Dessert, Low Fat Cake, Easy Cake Recipe, No Butter Cake, Air Fryer Cake