Easy Blueberry Yogurt Cake (Gluten Free Option!)
This blueberry yogurt cake is brimming with juicy blueberries and has an ultra moist texture and crunchy top (my favorite part!). The batter comes together in just 15 minutes using two bowls and a whisk. It's my go-to summer cake when blueberries are in season, although you can also make it year round using frozen berries. As always, you can make it gluten free! [Don’t miss the step-by-step video below.]
Ingredients
There’s no oil or butter in this healthy blueberry cake; Greek yogurt provides all the moisture you need. It’s important to use either full fat Greek yogurt (sometimes labeled 5% fat content) or low-fat Greek yogurt (sometimes labeled 2% fat content) for the best flavor and texture (I don't recommend fat-free yogurt). The recipe is adapted from my Cherry Almond Ricotta Cake, another favorite!
You can use either regular all-purpose flour in this cake or a gluten free flour blend—I recommend Bob’s Red Mill 1-to-1 Baking Flour or King Arthur Measure for Measure (be sure to use a brand that contains xanthan gum). A touch of almond flour gives the cake a tender texture. The cake is flavored with a hint of cinnamon provides warmth while lemon zest brightens everything up.
How to make blueberry yogurt cake
- First whisk together flour, almond flour, baking powder, salt and cinnamon.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, eggs, sugar, vanilla extract and lemon zest.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and fold to combine.
- Stir in fresh or frozen blueberries.
- Sprinkle more blueberries on top of the cake, along with coarse turbinado sugar.
- Bake the cake until it’s golden on top and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
FAQs
Yes! This blueberry yogurt cake can be stored at room temperature for 1 day, or it can be frozen for several months. I like to cut it into slices, wrap the slices in parchment or wax paper, then store them in a zip-top freezer bag. That way I can grab a slice whenever the craving hits (defrost the cake at room temperature, then heat it in an oven until crisp on top).
Yes! You can use frozen blueberries instead of fresh, if that’s what you have.
Greek yogurt provides moisture and helps give the cake structure. The acidity of the yogurt also helps contribute to a lighter texture.
Serving suggestions
You can serve the cake all on its own (I love to warm it slightly, so that the top turns slightly crisp), or you can dress it up with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream!
Tips for making this recipe:
- You can use either regular all-purpose flour in this cake or a gluten free flour blend (which is what I use). Be sure to use a brand that contains xanthan gum - I recommend Bob’s Red Mill Gluten Free 1-to-1 Baking Flour or King Arthur Measure for Measure.
- A touch of almond flour gives the cake a tender texture.
- You’ll need a 9-inch cake pan. Lining the bottom of the pan with a round of parchment paper makes it easy to remove the cake after it’s baked.
- There’s no oil or butter in this healthy blueberry cake; Greek yogurt provides all the moisture you need. It’s important to use either full fat Greek yogurt (sometimes labeled 5% fat content) or low-fat Greek yogurt (sometimes labeled 2% fat content) for the best flavor and texture (I don't recommend fat-free yogurt).
- Be sure to check out my Cherry Almond Ricotta Cake, another favorite.
- An adaptation of this cake is used to make these Easy Baked Donuts!
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Other easy cakes you might like:
- Cherry Ricotta Cake
- One Bowl Chocolate Almond Cake
- Chocolate Quinoa Cake with Cocoa Whipped Cream Frosting
- Healthy Carrot Cake
- Coconut Almond Cake
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Blueberry Yogurt Cake (Gluten Free Option!)
Equipment
- 9-inch cake pan
Ingredients
- Cooking spray or oil, for pan
Dry ingredients
- 1 cup (148g) gluten free flour (I recommend Bob’s Red Mill Gluten Free 1-to-1 Baking Flour) OR 1 cup (136g) regular all-purpose flour
- ½ cup (55g) almond flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- ½ teaspoon fine sea salt
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon
Wet ingredients
- 1 cup (235g) whole milk Greek yogurt (5% fat content)
- 3 large eggs
- ¾ cup (155g) organic cane sugar (or regular granulated sugar)
- 1 ½ teaspoons teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest (from 1 small lemon)
- 1 ½ cups blueberries, divided
- 1 tablespoon turbinado or demerara sugar
For serving (optional)
- Whipped cream, vanilla ice cream or yogurt (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350˚F (175˚C) with a rack in the middle. Spray a 9-inch cake pan with cooking spray or rub it with oil. Line the bottom of the pan with a round of parchment paper.
Whisk the dry ingredients
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, almond flour, baking powder, salt and cinnamon.
Whisk the wet ingredients
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the yogurt, eggs, sugar, vanilla extract and lemon zest.
Finish and bake
- Pour the wet ingredients into the flour mixture, and fold to combine. Stir in 1 cup of the blueberries. Scrape the batter into the prepared pan and scatter the remaining ½ cup of blueberries on top. Sprinkle with the turbinado sugar. Bake until the cake is golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, 35-40 minutes.
- Let the cake cool in the pan set on a rack for 15-20 minutes. Run a thin knife along the edge, then remove the cake from the pan (to do this, flip the cake over onto your hand or onto a plate, pull off the parchment paper, then invert the cake back onto the cooling rack so it's right side up—if you're nervous about doing this, just leave it in the pan!). Let cool completely.
- Serve the cake with whipped cream, ice cream or yogurt, if you'd like!
Notes
- You can use either regular all-purpose flour in this cake or a gluten free flour blend (which is what I use). Be sure to use a brand that contains xanthan gum - I recommend Bob’s Red Mill Gluten Free 1-to-1 Baking Flour or King Arthur Measure for Measure.
- A touch of almond flour gives the cake a tender texture.
- You’ll need a 9-inch cake pan. Lining the bottom of the pan with a round of parchment paper makes it easy to remove the cake after it’s baked.
- There’s no oil or butter in this healthy blueberry cake; Greek yogurt provides all the moisture you need. It’s important to use either full fat Greek yogurt (sometimes labeled 5% fat content) or low-fat Greek yogurt (sometimes labeled 2% fat content) for the best flavor and texture (I don't recommend fat-free yogurt).
- Be sure to check out my Cherry Almond Ricotta Cake, another favorite!
- An adaptation of this cake is used to make these Easy Baked Donuts!
Hi there
I was wondering if you can use all almond flour and I only have frozen blueberries. Can I use those?
Hi April! I don't recommend using all almond flour, as the texture of the cake will be too dense and wet. Yes, you can absolutely use frozen blueberries!
Hi . Can you use ground almonds in place of the alnond flour ?
Thanks
Hi Katherine! You can use finely ground almonds in place of the almond flour (the texture of the cake just won't be as fine). Grind the almonds as finely as you can in a high speed blender or food processor, then measure. If you have a baking scale, now's the time to use it!
Made this with strawberries and blackberries as we had no blueberries. It was a hit with kids and adults. So glad I found your blog.
Hi there, and welcome! I’m so happy to hear you enjoyed the cake. 😊
Hi Nicki - This cake is VERY good -
But of course all of your recipes are!
I’m really enjoying this cake in the
morning or with an afternoon cup of
tea. The question I have for you is…
Can this be made into muffins?
When I was mixing this, it was similar
to a muffin batter & at times it’s easier
to grab a muffin instead of a slice.
Love that it’s made with Greek yogurt
Such a lovely recipe - Thank you
Cynthia
Hi Cynthia, thank you so much for your kind message, and I'm happy to hear you love the cake! I do think this would work well as muffins - I can't believe I've never thought of that! While I therefore haven't tested muffins, if you give it a go, start checking them around 20 minutes, and bake them just until they're light golden (a toothpick should come out clean). Keep me posted!
You use granulated sugar in this recipe. I’m eager to try it for a MacMillan coffee afternoon and a couple of guests are gluten intolerant. Can I use caster sugar at all?
Hi Fiona! This recipe was developed using granulated sugar, so I don’t recommend swapping it out for caster sugar unless you have a kitchen scale and can weigh it. I hope you and your friends enjoy the cake!
Hi is there anyway this would work with a sugar alternative, lower carbs and diabetic friendly if say i subbed sucralose or possibly applesauce or banana?
Hi Kayla, I haven't experimented with a sugar alternative in this cake so can't guarantee the results, but I think sucralose or monkfruit sweetener would work. Let me know if you give it a try!
Hi Nicki - your instructions are so detailed and organized. Many thanks for sharing your delicious recipes. I can't wait to get my ingredients and make this yogurt cake. I am salivating right now.
Could you please do a recipe for peach pie or galette? Now that summer reason is just around the corner here in LA we would appreciate it very much. I'm sure your peach pie or galette recipe will be a hit! No pressure please.
Again, thank you so much and keep up those great recipes coming!
Raquel in Los Angeles, CA
Hi Raquel, thank you so much for your comment, and I hope you like the blueberry cake! I think a peach galette is a fabulous idea. I will add it to my testing list! It'll be a while before I can get my hands on good peaches here in the Hudson Valley, so hang tied and stay tuned!
I just made a vegan version of this cake and used coconut cream from the can, and added fresh lemon juice, as you suggested (in addition to the lemon zest) to substitute Greek Whole Fat Yogurt. I used fresh blueberries and cooked for exactly 40 minutes, and it came out perfect! Thank you for another beautiful recipe!
Hi Jodi, thank you so much for letting me know, and I'm so glad you enjoyed!
Hi Nicki, for a vegan option, do you recommend coconut cream or coconut yogurt? Thanks so much! I am excited to try.
Hi Jodi! I prefer using a thick coconut yogurt, such as Cocojune (plain), but coconut cream will work as well (just be sure it's not too solid- it should be spoonable). I hope you enjoy the cake!
Hello,
This cake looks delicious!
Do you think this recipe could work with vegan yogurt alternative made with coconut cream instead of the whole milk Greek yogurt? My husband cannot eat gluten nor dairy...
Thank you!
Hi Sonia! You can absolutely make this cake dairy free by using coconut cream (or a thick coconut yogurt) instead of the Greek yogurt. If you use coconut cream, add 1/2 teaspoon of lemon juice to the wet ingredients. I hope that you and your husband enjoy!
I have been looking forward to baking this cake all week. I mixed the ingredients just as instructed. My cake has been in the oven for an hour now and the center is still not baked. The oven is the correct temperature. I used frozen blueberries for the first time ever in a baked product. Could this be the reason? I am not a novice baker. I am very disappointed. Any suggestions you can give me would be greatly appreciated. I would like to try it again.
Hi Rori, I'm so sorry to hear you're having issues with the cake! While using frozen blueberries will make the bake time a bit longer, it shouldn't take an hour. What flour brand did you use in the cake? Also, I'm assuming you used full-fat Greek yogurt, not regular yogurt (regular yogurt will make the cake too moist, and it could prevent the center from setting)? If all other variables were the same as the written recipe then I have to assume the frozen blueberries were the cause, in which case I will look into issue further and retest the cake. Let me know!
Can I replace the eggs with aquafaba or flax eggs?
Hi there! I haven't yet tested this cake with aquafaba or flax eggs so can't guarantee the results. I suspect the cake will be denser without the eggs, but let me know if you give it a try!!
Oh my goodness! This recipe will go into the permanent rotation. I've now made two of your recent recipes that combine gf flour with some almond flour, and it creates such a moist fluffy cake that I didn't know was possible for a gf recipe. Am I allowed to eat this blueberry cake for breakfast, lunch, and dinner tomorrow, or is that considered socially unacceptable? 🙂
Hi Eileen, thank you for your comment and I'm so happy to hear you liked the cake! Adding almond flour really does give the cake a moist and tender texture. And yes, I think cake for dinner is totally acceptable. 😁