Yogurt-lemon cake with fruits

6 servings

60 minutes

Yogurt-lemon cake with fruits is a harmony of freshness and tenderness combined in one delightful dessert. This recipe originates from European cuisine, where the tartness of lemon is loved to be paired with the softness of yogurt, creating a refined taste. The light base with a golden crust is perfectly complemented by an airy yogurt filling rich in citrus notes. The cake is decorated with fruits that add brightness and juiciness, making each slice a true delight. It can be served as a refreshing dessert in warm weather or as an elegant treat for festive tables. The simplicity of preparation makes it accessible even for beginners, and the result always impresses — the delicate texture, pleasant aroma, and exquisite flavor make this cake a favorite among sweet lovers.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 391.4
• Proteins: 8.9g
• Fats: 16.9g
• Carbohydrates: 50.6g

Ingredients

• Sugar: 160 g
• Wheat flour: 100 g
• Vanilla sugar: pinch
• Salt: pinch
• Lemon: 1 pc
• Yogurt: 400 g
• Chicken egg: 3 pc
• Fruits: 300 g
• Butter: 80 g

Cooking steps

1. Preheat the oven to 190 degrees. Prepare a springform pan with a diameter of about 20 cm, lining only the bottom with paper.

2. Make the base: 80 grams of butter + 80 grams of sifted flour + 60 grams of sugar + a pinch of salt. Mix everything by hand and crumble it. Then add 1 egg and mix well again. It results in a mass similar to plasticine. Place it at the bottom of the mold and evenly spread it with your hands, making walls about 5–7 cm high.

   Required ingredients:

   • Butter: 80 g
   • Wheat flour: 100 g
   • Sugar: 160 g
   • Salt:  pinch
   • Chicken egg: 3 pieces

3. For the filling, mix well with a whisk 400 grams of yogurt, 2 eggs, vanilla, 100 grams of sugar, juice and zest of 1 lemon, and 20 grams of flour.

   Required ingredients:

   • Yogurt: 400 g
   • Chicken egg: 3 pieces
   • Vanilla sugar:  pinch
   • Sugar: 160 g
   • Lemon: 1 piece
   • Wheat flour: 100 g

4. Pour the mixture into the mold. Make sure it’s not too much; if necessary, raise the edges by shaping them with your hands.

5. Place the dish in the oven for 25 minutes.

6. At this time, slice the fruits thinly. They can be canned or fresh. Berries can be used instead.

   Required ingredients:

   • Fruits: 300 g

7. Take the cake out of the oven, arrange the fruits beautifully on top, pressing them slightly into the mass, and put it back in the oven for another 5-10 minutes. When the base is browned, take it out.

   Required ingredients:

   • Fruits: 300 g

8. Let the cake cool, then carefully remove it from the mold by separating it with a knife from the edges, and transfer it to a plate, gently taking out the paper underneath.