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### **Ingredients You’ll Need**
This cake is made with pantry-friendly ingredients, and the yogurt truly makes all the difference:
– **All-purpose flour** – for the base
– **Cocoa powder** – or melted dark chocolate for a richer version
– **Plain yogurt** – the secret to its moist and fluffy texture
– **Eggs** – to bind and lighten the cake
– **Sugar** – adjust to your sweetness preference
– **Vegetable oil or melted butter** – adds richness without heaviness
– **Baking powder** – for that essential rise
– **Vanilla extract** – optional, but adds depth
– **A pinch of salt** – to bring out the chocolate flavor
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### **How to Make It**
1. **Prep the Oven:**
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a loaf or round cake pan.
2. **Mix Wet Ingredients:**
In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, sugar, yogurt, and oil until smooth and creamy.
3. **Sift Dry Ingredients:**
In a separate bowl, combine flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt. Sift them to avoid lumps.
4. **Combine:**
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet, mixing gently until just combined. Don’t overmix — this helps keep the cake soft.
5. **Pour and Bake:**
Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 30–35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
6. **Cool and Serve:**
Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack. Dust with powdered sugar or a drizzle of chocolate glaze if desired.
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### **Optional Additions**
Want to take it to the next level? Try adding:
– **Chocolate chips** for extra richness
– **Chopped nuts** like hazelnuts or almonds for crunch
– **Orange zest** for a citrusy twist
– A **spoonful of coffee** in the batter to enhance the chocolate flavor
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### **Perfect for Any Occasion**
This yogurt and chocolate cake is as versatile as it is delicious. Serve it:
– With a dollop of whipped cream or Greek yogurt for dessert
– As a mid-afternoon snack with coffee
– Topped with berries for a fresher, summery vibe
– As a make-ahead treat — it stays moist for days!
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### **Final Thoughts**
With its light, fluffy crumb and rich, chocolaty taste, this **Extra Soft and Light Yogurt and Chocolate Cake** proves that you don’t need heavy cream or tons of butter to make a satisfying dessert. It’s easy, elegant, and endlessly adaptable — perfect for when you want something sweet, simple, and downright comforting.
Give it a try and see why this cake might just become your new go-to recipe — one slice is never enough!
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