Fluffy Sugar Free Yogurt Cake Recipe: Light & Sweet Treat
Baking a delightful sugar free yogurt cake doesn’t have to be a complicated culinary adventure.
This moist, light cake bursts with flavor while keeping things wonderfully healthy and delicious.
Crafted with simple ingredients and smart substitutions, the sugar free yogurt cake offers a guilt-free dessert option for anyone watching their sugar intake.
Greek yogurt provides incredible moisture and richness, creating a tender crumb that melts in your mouth.
Each slice promises a perfect balance of subtle sweetness and satisfying texture without refined sugars.
The recipe works brilliantly for health-conscious bakers seeking a wholesome treat that doesn’t compromise on taste.
You’ll love how effortlessly this cake comes together, making it an ideal choice for afternoon tea or a weekend baking project.
Dive into this delectable creation and savor every sugar-conscious bite.
Quick Recipe Overview
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 60 minutes
Total Time: 2 hours 15 minutes (including Cooling Time)
Calories: 95 kcal
Servings: 9
Ingredients for Sugar-Free Yogurt Cake
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Instructions to Bake a Sugar-Free Dessert
Create a warm baking environment by setting the oven to a gentle 330°F and lining a baking dish with soft parchment paper.
Carefully divide egg whites from yolks, keeping them completely separate to ensure perfect texture.
Whip egg whites into cloud-like peaks using an electric mixer, creating a light and airy foundation for the cake.
Mix egg yolks with monkfruit sweetener and vanilla, transforming the mixture into a silky smooth base.
Fold Greek yogurt into the golden yolk mixture, creating a creamy and rich texture that defines the cake’s character.
Gently sift cornstarch into the batter, ensuring a smooth and delicate consistency without lumps.
Carefully incorporate the fluffy egg whites into the batter, preserving every precious air bubble for a heavenly light cake.
Place the cake in a larger pan filled with boiling water, creating a gentle steaming environment that helps the cake rise perfectly.
Bake at 330°F for 45 minutes, then increase temperature to 350°F for a final 15 minutes to achieve a golden finish.
Allow the cake to rest inside the oven with the door slightly open, letting it gradually cool and set for 1-2 hours.
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Guilt-Free Yogurt Cake Recipe
- Total Time: 2 hours 15 minutes (including Cooling Time)
- Yield: 9 1x
Description
Delightful sugar free yogurt cake brings moisture and sweetness without refined sugars. Wholesome ingredients combine for a light, healthy dessert that satisfies health-conscious palates without compromising flavor.
Ingredients
- 4 eggs (large)
- 1.5 cups (350g/12.5 oz) Greek yogurt (non-fat)
- ⅓ cup (70g/2.5 oz) monkfruit sweetener
- ⅓ cup (40g/1.4 oz) cornstarch
- 1 tsp vanilla extract (optional)
Instructions
- Oven Preparation: Preheat oven to 330°F (160°C) and line a 7×11-inch baking dish with parchment paper, positioning it on a larger baking sheet.
- Egg Separation: Meticulously separate egg whites from yolks, ensuring complete division for optimal volume and texture.
- Egg White Transformation: Whip egg whites using an electric mixer until glossy, sturdy peaks form, then set aside in a separate container.
- Yolk Mixture: Blend egg yolks with monkfruit sweetener and vanilla extract, whisking until the mixture becomes pale and voluminous.
- Yogurt Integration: Fold Greek yogurt into the yolk mixture, stirring until achieving a completely smooth and uniform consistency.
- Cornstarch Incorporation: Sift cornstarch into the yogurt base, eliminating potential lumps and creating a silky, refined texture.
- Batter Assembly: Gently fold whipped egg whites into the mixture, carefully preserving delicate air pockets to ensure a light, airy cake structure.
- Water Bath Technique: Pour boiling water around the cake dish, submerging approximately one-quarter to one-third of its height.
- Baking Process: Bake at 330°F (160°C) for 45 minutes, then increase temperature to 350°F (180°C) for an additional 15 minutes.
- Cooling Protocol: Turn off the oven, leave the cake inside with the door slightly ajar, and allow a gradual cooling process for 1-2 hours before removing.
Notes
- Precision Matters: Separate egg whites and yolks meticulously to ensure the cake’s signature light, airy texture.
- Whip with Care: Beat egg whites until glossy, stiff peaks form, which is crucial for creating volume and softness.
- Water Bath Technique: The surrounding hot water helps distribute heat evenly, preventing cracks and ensuring a smooth, tender cake.
- Cooling Ritual: Allow the cake to cool slowly inside the oven with the door slightly open to prevent sudden temperature changes that could cause structural collapse.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 9
- Calories: 95
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 40mg
- Fat: 1g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Sophie Martin
Co-Founder & Content Creator
Expertise
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Stellenbosch University, South Africa
South African Chefs Academy, Cape Town
Sophie Martin is the nutrition brain and feel-good foodie at Good Tasting Meals. With a degree in Human Nutrition from Stellenbosch University and chef training from the South African Chefs Academy, Sophie brings balance to the table, literally. She loves creating meals that are easy to make, great to eat, and good for your body too.
Her recipes are made for everyday living, with a little flair and a lot of heart. Sophie’s not here to count calories, she’s here to show you how fresh, simple food can fit into your life, taste amazing, and still be nourishing.