Description
A light and airy yogurt-based soufflé cheesecake with a delicate tang, a fluffy texture, and a soft golden top. This easy homemade dessert uses Greek yogurt for a simple shortcut that still delivers a beautifully elegant result.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup Greek yogurt (240 grams)
- 4 large eggs, separated
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar (100 grams)
- 1/4 cup cornstarch (30 grams)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon powdered sugar, optional for dusting
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 320°F (160°C). Line the bottom and sides of an 8-inch round cake pan with parchment paper. Place the cake pan inside a larger roasting pan.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt, egg yolks, 2 tablespoons of the granulated sugar, cornstarch, lemon juice, vanilla extract, and salt until smooth.
- In a separate clean bowl, beat the egg whites until foamy. Gradually add the remaining sugar and continue beating until glossy medium peaks form.
- Fold one-third of the whipped egg whites into the yogurt mixture to lighten it. Gently fold in the remaining egg whites in two additions until the batter is airy and mostly uniform.
- Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top lightly.
- Place the roasting pan in the oven and carefully pour hot water into the outer pan until it reaches about halfway up the sides of the cake pan.
- Bake for 40 minutes, until the cake is puffed, lightly golden, and just set in the center with a slight wobble.
- Turn off the oven, crack the door slightly, and let the cake rest inside for 15 minutes.
- Remove the cake from the water bath and cool completely in the pan before unmolding.
- Dust with powdered sugar if desired, then slice and serve.
Notes
- Use room temperature eggs and yogurt for a smoother batter.
- Do not overwhip the egg whites, medium peaks work best for a soft, airy texture.
- The water bath helps the cake bake gently and prevents a dry texture.
- A little sinking after cooling is normal for this style of cheesecake.
- Chill before serving for cleaner slices.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 118
- Sugar: 11g
- Sodium: 138mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 126mg
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