Creamy 4-Yogurt Delight: A 2-Minute No-Wheat Wonder

  1. It provides a tangy flavor that balances the sweetness.
  2. Its thick consistency gives structure to the dessert without the need for flour.
  3. It adds a boost of protein, making this treat more satisfying than traditional desserts.

Now, let’s dive into this incredibly easy and delicious recipe!

Ingredients

  • 3 large eggs
  • 3/4 cup (150g) granulated sugar
  • Zest of 1 lemon
  • 4 containers (125g each) plain unsweetened Greek yogurt (total 500g or 2 cups)
  • 8 oz (250g) mascarpone cheese or cream cheese
  • 1 heaping tablespoon cornstarch

Instructions

  1. Preheat the Oven: Start by preheating your oven to 170°C (340°F). This moderate temperature will ensure our dessert cooks evenly without browning too quickly.
  2. Prepare the Baking Dish: Line a 9-inch (23cm) baking pan with parchment paper. This will make it easy to remove the dessert once it’s cooled.
  3. Mix the Base: In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs and sugar until the mixture becomes light and fluffy. This should take about 1 minute with an electric mixer or 2 minutes by hand. The air incorporated during this step will help give the dessert a light texture.
  4. Add Flavor and Texture: Grate the lemon zest directly into the egg mixture. The lemon zest adds a bright, fresh flavor that complements the creamy yogurt beautifully.
  5. Incorporate the Yogurt: Add all four containers of Greek yogurt to the bowl. The yogurt is the star of this dish, providing both structure and a tangy flavor.
  6. Add Richness: Mix in the mascarpone cheese (or cream cheese if you’re using that instead). This adds an extra layer of creaminess and richness to the dessert.
  7. Thicken the Mixture: Sprinkle the cornstarch over the mixture. The cornstarch will help thicken the dessert as it bakes, giving it a custard-like consistency.
  8. Final Mix: Using a whisk or electric mixer, blend all the ingredients together until you have a smooth, lump-free batter. This should only take about 30 seconds to 1 minute.
  9. Bake: Pour the batter into your prepared baking pan. Bake in the preheated oven for approximately 45 minutes. You’ll know it’s done when the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  10. Cool and Serve: Once baked, remove from the oven and let it cool in the pan for about 15 minutes. Then, carefully lift it out using the parchment paper and transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition Information (per serving, assuming 8 servings)

  • Calories: 320
  • Total Fat: 22g
  • Saturated Fat: 13g
  • Cholesterol: 135mg
  • Sodium: 85mg
  • Total Carbohydrates: 24g
  • Dietary Fiber: 0g
  • Sugars: 22g
  • Protein: 10g

Time Breakdown

  • Preparation Time: 2 minutes
  • Baking Time: 45 minutes
  • Cooling Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 62 minutes

This 4-Yogurt Delight is a testament to the fact that delicious, impressive desserts don’t always require complicated ingredients or time-consuming processes. The beauty of this recipe lies in its simplicity and the quality of its main ingredient – Greek yogurt.

The tanginess of the yogurt is perfectly balanced by the sweetness of the sugar and the richness of the mascarpone. The lemon zest adds a subtle citrus note that elevates the entire dessert, making it taste far more complex than its simple preparation would suggest.