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One-Bowl Jammy Strawberry & Lemon Yogurt Slab

One-Bowl Jammy Strawberry & Lemon Yogurt Slab

The gâteau au yaourt (yogurt cake) is a French home-baking staple, but baking it in a loaf pan takes an hour and yields a sad crust-to-crumb ratio. We bake it as a thin slab for maximum crispy edges. A five-minute whisked batter, a hit of grassy olive oil for days of moisture, and strawberries that roast into sunken, jammy pockets.

Camille Roux
Camille Roux
Prep: 12 minutes
Cook: 25 minutes
8
easy
breakfastsnackdessert
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Timeline

37 minutes
0m10m20m30m37m
Preheat & Prep Pan
5m
Rub Sugar & Zest
Whisk Wet Ingredients
Emulsify Oil
Fold Dry Ingredients
Assemble Slab
4m
Bake Slab
25m

Ingredients

  • 1 tbsp lemon zest(from about 1 large lemon)
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 3 large eggs(room temperature)
  • 1 cup whole-milk yogurt(plain, full fat; not Greek)
  • 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil(something fruity and grassy)
  • 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1.5 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp kosher salt
  • 1 lb strawberries(hulled and halved)
  • 2 tbsp turbinado sugar(for crunch)

Instructions

  1. 1

    Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a 9x13-inch quarter sheet pan with parchment paper, leaving a two-inch overhang on the sides. This is your sling for easy removal.

    5 min

    Tip: If your parchment rolls up, dab a tiny bit of oil in the corners of the pan to glue it down.

  2. 2

    In a large bowl, use your fingers to vigorously rub 1 tbsp lemon zest into 1/2 cup granulated sugar until it resembles damp, incredibly fragrant sand.

    2 min

    Tip: Do not skip this. The friction extracts the essential oils from the citrus, building flavor into the foundation rather than adding it as an afterthought.

  3. 3

    Whisk 3 large eggs and 1 cup whole-milk yogurt into the lemon sugar. Beat aggressively until the mixture is completely smooth, pale, and slightly bubbly on top.

    2 min

    Tip: Room temperature eggs emulsify better, but if you forgot to pull them out, submerge them in warm water for 5 minutes.

  4. 4

    While whisking constantly with one hand, slowly stream in 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil with the other. Keep whisking until the batter looks thick and glossy.

    2 min

    Tip: Streaming slowly is non-negotiable. You are building an emulsion; dumping the oil all at once will split the batter.

  5. 5

    Gently fold in 1.5 cups all-purpose flour, 1.5 tsp baking powder, and 1/2 tsp kosher salt using a flexible spatula. Stop the second you no longer see dry streaks of flour.

    2 min

    Tip: A slightly lumpy batter is fine. Overmixing develops gluten, which makes for a crumb tight like a bad alibi.

  6. 6

    Scrape the batter into the prepared pan, nudging it into the corners. Scatter 1 lb strawberries, hulled and halved evenly over the top, cut side up. Generously sprinkle the entire surface with 2 tbsp turbinado sugar.

    4 min

    Tip: Don't press the strawberries in. The batter will rise up and swallow them just enough as it bakes.

  7. 7

    Bake until the edges are deeply golden brown, pulling away from the pan, and the center springs back quickly when poked.

    25 min

    Tip: Look for a crusty, caramelized edge. Pale baked goods are a tragedy. Let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes before lifting it out.

Chef's Notes

Cami's shortcut note: This relies heavily on pantry staples and fridge logistics. The yogurt is your acid; it activates the baking powder and tenderizes the crumb. Do not use non-fat. The fat is what saves this from tasting like a sad diet muffin. And yes, butter is not a garnish, but today, a bold olive oil does the heavy lifting, keeping the crumb moist for three days on the counter. We’re not suffering for breakfast.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does One-Bowl Jammy Strawberry & Lemon Yogurt Slab take to make?

One-Bowl Jammy Strawberry & Lemon Yogurt Slab takes about 37 minutes total. That includes 12 minutes of prep and 25 minutes of cooking.

How many servings does this recipe make?

This recipe makes 8 servings.

What skill level is needed for One-Bowl Jammy Strawberry & Lemon Yogurt Slab?

This recipe is rated easy — it's beginner-friendly and straightforward.

What ingredients do I need for One-Bowl Jammy Strawberry & Lemon Yogurt Slab?

The main ingredients are: lemon zest, granulated sugar, large eggs, whole-milk yogurt, extra-virgin olive oil, all-purpose flour, baking powder, kosher salt, strawberries, turbinado sugar.

What type of meal is One-Bowl Jammy Strawberry & Lemon Yogurt Slab?

One-Bowl Jammy Strawberry & Lemon Yogurt Slab is categorized as: breakfast, snack, dessert.