Greek Yogurt Cake with Syrup (Giaourtopita) – Easy & Fluffy

Recipe by: Rena Babatsi

This traditional Greek yogurt cake (giaourtopita) is fluffy, moist, and perfectly sweetened with a light syrup. It’s a dessert you’ll find in Greek homes and tavernas — simple to prepare, wonderfully aromatic, and ideal for serving with coffee or after a meal.

Greek Yogurt Cake with Syrup (Giaourtopita) – Easy & Fluffy

Recipe by George Zolis

5.0 from 1 vote

Course: DessertCuisine: GreekDifficulty: Easy

Servings

12

servings

Prep time

15

minutes

Cooking time

45

minutes

Calories

365

kcal

Total time

1

hour 

Fluffy and syrupy Greek yogurt cake, made with pantry staples and finished with a simple homemade syrup.

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Ingredients

Metric US

• For the Cake

• 250 g 2 cup All-Purpose Flour

• 240 ml 1 cup Sunflower Oil

• 300 g 1 1/2 cup Sugar

• 4 4 Large Eggs

• 500 g 2 cup Greek Yogurt

• 4 4 Vanillin Capsules

• 20 g 4 tsp Baking Powder

• For the Syrup

• 400 g 2 cup Sugar

• 720 ml 3 cup Water

How to make Greek Yogurt Cake

• Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
• In a large bowl, beat sunflower oil and sugar until light and fluffy.
• Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
• Add yogurt, vanilla, flour, and baking powder. Mix until you have a smooth batter.
• Pour into a greased baking pan and bake at 180°C (350°F) for about 45 minutes, until golden.
• Meanwhile, prepare the syrup by boiling sugar and water for 10 minutes after it comes to a boil.
• When the cake is ready, let it cool until just warm, then pour the hot syrup over it.
• Allow to absorb the syrup before serving.

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What Is Giaourtopita?

Giaourtopita is a beloved Greek dessert, literally translated as “yogurt pie.” Despite its name, it’s actually a yogurt-based cake that is soaked in syrup, making it soft and flavorful. Its simple preparation and rich taste make it a staple of Greek home baking.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• Foolproof: One bowl and a few ingredients are all you need.
• Moist & Fluffy: The yogurt keeps the cake tender even after soaking in syrup.
• Perfect for Any Occasion: Ideal as a Sunday dessert, coffee cake, or party sweet.

Tips for the Perfect Syrupy Cake

• Pour the syrup while it’s hot over a warm cake for maximum absorption.
• For extra aroma, add a cinnamon stick or lemon peel to the syrup while boiling.
• Let it rest at room temperature for at least 1 hour before serving — the flavor improves as it sits.

This traditional dessert is a great way to introduce people to authentic Greek sweets. Pair it with coffee or tea, and it’s guaranteed to be a hit.

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