Lemon yogurt cake is light, moist, and full of fresh flavor. It has a soft crumb, a sweet citrus taste, and a little tang from yogurt.
Jamie Oliver’s style of lemon yogurt cake is simple and rustic. It is the kind of cake you can bake for tea, picnics, or after-dinner dessert. You don’t need fancy tools or hard steps. Just mix, bake, and enjoy.
Let’s learn how to make this refreshing cake step by step.
Recipe Card
- Recipe Name: Lemon Yogurt Cake Jamie Oliver
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40–45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Course: Dessert
- Cuisine: British
- Serving Size: 8 slices
Ingredients
You will need:
- 200g plain flour
- 1 ½ tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp baking soda
- 200g caster sugar
- 125g plain yogurt
- 3 large eggs
- 100ml sunflower oil (or olive oil)
- Zest of 2 lemons
- Juice of 1 lemon
- Pinch of salt
For glaze (optional):
- 100g icing sugar
- Juice of ½ lemon
Equipment Needed
- Mixing bowls
- Whisk
- Measuring cups and spoons
- 8-inch loaf tin or round cake tin
- Baking paper
Step-by-Step Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the tin
Line your cake tin with baking paper. Preheat the oven to 180°C (fan 160°C).
Step 2: Mix dry ingredients
In a bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
Step 3: Mix wet ingredients
In another bowl, beat eggs, sugar, yogurt, oil, lemon zest, and lemon juice until smooth.
Step 4: Combine
Slowly fold the dry ingredients into the wet mix. Stir gently until blended.
Step 5: Bake
Pour the batter into the tin. Bake for 40–45 minutes, or until a skewer comes out clean.
Step 6: Add glaze (optional)
Mix icing sugar with lemon juice to make a glaze. Drizzle over cooled cake.
Tips for the Best Cake
- Use fresh lemons for the brightest flavor.
- Do not overmix, or the cake may turn dense.
- Add poppy seeds for a fun twist.
- Store in an airtight container to keep it moist.
Serving Ideas
- Enjoy with tea or coffee.
- Serve with fresh berries on the side.
- Add a dollop of whipped cream for dessert.
- Pack slices for picnics or lunch boxes.
Nutrition (per slice, approx.)
- Calories: 250
- Fat: 10g
- Carbs: 35g
- Sugar: 20g
- Protein: 4g
Conclusion
Jamie Oliver’s lemon yogurt cake is a bright and cheerful bake. It is soft, tangy, and simple to make.
This cake is perfect for everyday treats or special gatherings. Bake it once, and it may become a family favorite.
Sara Collins is a food blogger at TastyDive. She shares simple and family-friendly recipes made with everyday ingredients. Her mission is to help home cooks enjoy tasty meals without stress.
