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Yogurt and Honey Olive Oil Cake with Figs

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A moist and lightly sweet cake made with Greek yogurt, honey, and olive oil, topped with fresh figs and finished with a tangy lemon yogurt glaze. Perfect for any season and ideal for both casual gatherings and special occasions.

  • Author: Sophia
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: undefined
  • Total Time: 55 minutes
  • Yield: 8 slices
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baked
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

  • 1 cup whole milk Greek yogurt
  • ⅔ cup olive oil, plus extra for greasing the pan
  • ⅔ cup honey
  • 2 teaspoons finely grated lemon zest
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1½ cups all-purpose flour
  • ½ teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 tablespoon whole milk Greek yogurt (for glaze)
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice (for glaze)
  • Fresh figs or other seasonal fruit (for topping)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 325°F. Grease a 9-inch round cake pan with olive oil and line with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt, olive oil, honey, and lemon zest until smooth. Add eggs and whisk until fully combined.
  3. Incorporate the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Stir until just combined and smooth, avoiding overmixing.
  4. Pour the batter into the prepared pan. Tap gently to release air bubbles.
  5. Bake for 40 to 45 minutes, until golden and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  6. Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then turn it out onto a wire rack to cool completely.
  7. For the glaze, whisk together powdered sugar, Greek yogurt, and lemon juice. Drizzle over the cooled cake and top with fresh figs.

Notes

  • For a lighter version, use low-fat yogurt, though the texture may be slightly less rich.
  • Substitute figs with seasonal fruits like berries, cherries, or citrus.
  • The cake can be made without the glaze or with extra honey drizzle.
  • If baking in a loaf pan, increase baking time to around 55-60 minutes.

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