Five-Ingredient Lemon Blueberry Yogurt Cake
A moist and tangy lemon cake studded with fresh blueberries and made with just five simple ingredients, perfect for a quick homemade dessert. This american-inspired desserts ready in about 55 minutes layers plain Greek yogurt, granulated sugar, all-purpose flour into a dessert worth slowing down for — great for weekend baking, holiday tables, or any time you want a sweet payoff at the end of a meal. Each serving lands at about 220 calories and feeds 8, so it slots into a weekend bake or a special-occasion dessert tray. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup fresh blueberries
- 1 tbsp lemon zest
Equipment for this recipe
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Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 350°F and grease a 9-inch round cake pan.
- Step 2: In a large bowl, whisk together 1 cup plain Greek yogurt, 1 cup granulated sugar, and 3 large eggs until smooth and slightly fluffy, about 2 minutes.
- Step 3: Add 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, 1 tbsp lemon zest, and gently fold until just combined.
- Step 4: Carefully fold in 1 cup fresh blueberries to avoid breaking them.
- Step 5: Pour batter into prepared pan and bake for 40-45 minutes until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Step 6: Let cake cool in the pan for 15 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing and serving.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Five-Ingredient Lemon Blueberry Yogurt Cake take to make?
Total time is about 55 minutes (10 min prep + 45 min cook). Most home bakers find this fits a weekend afternoon; chill or store as the recipe directs before serving.
How do I store leftover Five-Ingredient Lemon Blueberry Yogurt Cake?
Cool fully before storing. Most baked desserts keep at room temperature in an airtight container for 2–3 days, or in the fridge for up to 5 days. Cream- or custard-based desserts must go in the fridge within 2 hours; reheat gently or serve cold per the recipe.
Can I substitute ingredients in Five-Ingredient Lemon Blueberry Yogurt Cake?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Five-Ingredient Lemon Blueberry Yogurt Cake for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 8 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 8). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Five-Ingredient Lemon Blueberry Yogurt Cake?
American desserts like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
