- Can I use regular yogurt?
- Not recommended, as it's too watery. If you must, strain it through cheesecloth for a few hours to thicken it (labneh style).
- What honey works best?
- Wildflower or Acacia honey is best; they are mild and won't overpower the fresh yogurt tang.
Greek Yogurt Mousse Cake
Thick, creamy Greek yogurt is a fantastic dessert base. Strained of whey, it offers a concentrated flavor and protein boost. This cake features a light sponge base topped with a honey-sweetened yogurt mousse, evoking the flavors of a Mediterranean breakfast in dessert form.
Ingredients
1 1/4
cups
All-Purpose Flour
1/2
cup
Granulated Sugar
1
stick
Unsalted Butter (softened)
3
large
Eggs
1
tsp
Baking Powder
1 1/4
cups
Thick Greek Yogurt
3/4
cup
Heavy Cream
1
packet
Unflavored Gelatin (0.25 oz)
1/4
cup
Water (for gelatin)
3
tbsp
Honey
7
oz
Fresh Fruit
1
pinch
Salt
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Equipment Needed
- Electric Mixer: For batter and cream.
- 8-9 inch Springform Pan: For baking and assembly.
Allergen Information
Wheat
Egg
Milk
Instructions
1
✓
Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C). Line the pan bottom with parchment. Mix flour with baking powder and salt.
Tip: Prep work makes the process smooth.
2
✓
Cream the butter and sugar until fluffy, then add eggs one by one. Fold in the dry ingredients.
Tip: Don't overmix after adding flour to avoid a tough cake.
3
✓
Spread batter into the pan and bake for 20-25 minutes. Let cool completely in the pan.
Tip: If the cake is warm, the mousse will melt.
4
✓
Bloom gelatin in water, then warm until dissolved.
Tip: Heat only until clear; do not boil.
5
✓
Mix the Greek yogurt with the honey. Whip the heavy cream to stiff peaks.
Tip: Honey adds a distinct floral note that pairs well with yogurt.
6
✓
Stir the warm gelatin into the yogurt (temper it first!), then fold in the whipped cream.
Tip: Fold gently to keep the mousse airy.
7
✓
Pour over the cooled cake base and refrigerate for 4 hours.
Tip: The mousse needs time to set.
8
✓
Top with fresh fruit and a drizzle of extra honey before serving.
Tip: Honey adds a nice shine to the fruit.
Recipe FAQ
Ingredients
- 1 1/4 cups All-Purpose Flour
- 1/2 cup Granulated Sugar
- 1 stick Unsalted Butter (softened)
- 3 large Eggs
- 1 tsp Baking Powder
- 1 1/4 cups Thick Greek Yogurt
- 3/4 cup Heavy Cream
- 1 packet Unflavored Gelatin (0.25 oz)
- 1/4 cup Water (for gelatin)
- 3 tbsp Honey
- 7 oz Fresh Fruit
- 1 pinch Salt