
Recipe FAQs
- → Why does my cake fall in the center?
- It could be from rough mixing or peeking at it mid-bake. Be gentle folding the whites to avoid popping those air pockets, and keep that oven door shut for the first half-hour.
- → Can I swap plain yogurt for a flavored one?
- Of course! Vanilla, strawberry, or lemon yogurt could all give it a fun flavor pop. Just remember, sweetened ones will make the cake a little sweeter.
- → When’s the cake fully done?
- You’re good to go when the top’s golden and it springs back when you press the middle lightly. Or stick a toothpick in—if it comes out clean or with tiny crumbs, it’s ready!
- → Can I skip the electric mixer?
- Totally, but whipping egg whites by hand means a bit of an arm workout. Use a clean, dry bowl so the whites fluff up nicely.
- → Should I stick this cake in the fridge?
- Yep! Because it’s got yogurt, pop it in the fridge to keep fresh. It tastes amazing cold and stays good for about three days.
- → What if I use a different pan size?
- Go for it! Just tweak the bake time. Bigger pans will mean thinner cakes and less time—try 25 mins for 8 inches. Smaller pans? You might need closer to 40 mins.