MADZOONOV GARGANTAG (ARMENIAN YOGHURT CAKE)

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Yoghurt cakes are always so moist. I love the sound of the lemon flavourings in this one. The recipe specifies natural yoghurt, but when I make it I plan to use creamy Greek yoghurt. I'm posting this recipe, which I found in 'The Best of Lebanese and Middle Eastern Cooking' for the 2005 Zaar World Tour.

Provided by bluemoon downunder

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h5m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup natural yoghurt
125 g unsalted butter
375 g sugar
3 eggs
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon lemon zest
310 g self-raising flour
1/2 teaspoon bicarbonate of soda
300 ml thickened cream
250 g strawberries

Steps:

  • Cream the butter and sugar together until light, then beat in the yoghurt.
  • Beat in the eggs, one at a time.
  • Add the lemon juice and lemon zest.
  • Stir in the sifted flour and bicarbonate of soda, and gently fold it into the mixture.
  • Pour the mixture into a lightly greased and lined 23mm spring-form pan.
  • Bake in a moderate oven (180°C; 350°F) for 45 minutes, or until golden brown and firm to touch.
  • Cool.
  • To serve: decorate with whipped cream and strawberries.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 599.1, Fat 27.8, SaturatedFat 16.7, Cholesterol 159.3, Sodium 626.2, Carbohydrate 81, Fiber 1.7, Sugar 50, Protein 8.4

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