Lemon Fromage Blanc Cake Without Butter

This lemon fromage blanc cake is soft, fresh, and made without butter.

The fromage blanc gives the crumb moisture, while lemon zest and juice bring a bright citrus flavor.

Ingredients

• 300 g fromage blanc or thick plain yogurt
• 3 large eggs
• 120 g sugar
• 180 g all-purpose flour
• 1 packet baking powder, about 11 g
• 1 organic lemon, zest and juice
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 pinch fine salt
• 1 tablespoon powdered sugar, optional for serving

How to Make Lemon Fromage Blanc Cake

Whisk eggs and sugar

Preheat the oven to 180°C. Whisk the eggs and sugar for 2 to 3 minutes, until the mixture becomes pale and slightly foamy.

Add fromage blanc

Stir in the fromage blanc, lemon zest, lemon juice, vanilla, and salt until smooth.

Fold in flour

Add the flour and baking powder. Mix gently until combined, without overworking the batter.

Bake until golden

Pour into a lined cake pan and bake for 35 to 40 minutes. Let it cool before slicing, then dust lightly with powdered sugar if desired.

Conclusion

The best texture comes from gentle mixing and a full cooling time. This cake stays soft and works well as a simple dessert or afternoon slice.