3 Ingredient Creamy Yogurt Cake (No Flour, Butter or Oil) Recipe
This 3 Ingredient Creamy Yogurt Cake is a delightful and healthy treat made without flour, butter, or oil. Using nonfat vanilla Greek yogurt, eggs, and cornstarch, this moist and fluffy cake is perfect for a quick dessert or breakfast option. It can be baked either in an air fryer or a conventional oven, offering versatility and ease of preparation.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 23 minutes (air fryer) or 75 minutes (oven)
- Total Time: 3 hours (including chilling time)
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 2/3 cups nonfat vanilla Greek yogurt
- 4 large eggs
- 4 tbsp cornstarch
Instructions
- Prepare the Cake Pan: Spray the interior of a 6-inch round cake pan with cooking spray and line it with parchment paper. Make sure the parchment extends above the edges of the pan to create a rustic appearance once baked.
- Mix Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the nonfat vanilla Greek yogurt and eggs until fully combined. Add the cornstarch and continue whisking until the mixture is smooth and homogeneous.
- Bake the Cake: For air fryer method, preheat to 320°F (160°C) and bake the batter for 20-23 minutes until the cake is puffed and set. For oven method, preheat to 350°F (177°C) and bake for 70-75 minutes until puffed and set.
- Cool and Chill: Allow the cake to cool at room temperature for 30 minutes after baking. Then refrigerate for at least 2 hours to set properly. Before serving, bring the cake to room temperature and optionally drizzle with honey for added sweetness.
Notes
- Use a 6-inch round cake pan for best results to achieve the proper cake thickness.
- The cake can be baked either in an air fryer or a traditional oven as per your convenience.
- Allowing the cake to chill in the refrigerator improves texture and flavor.
- Optionally drizzle honey or serve with fresh fruit for extra flavor.
- Make sure to line and grease the pan well to prevent sticking as this recipe contains no butter or oil.
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