Step 1

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Butter a 9" round cake pan.

Step 2

Whisk the flour, baking powder, and salt together in a medium bowl.

Step 3

Rub the sugar and lemon zest together in a large bowl. Add in the yogurt, eggs, and vanilla extract and whisk until fully blended.

Step 4

Add in the flour mixture and stir until blended.

Step 5

Add in the oil and stir until blended in. The batter should be smooth and even.

Step 6

Pour batter in prepared pan.

Step 7

Bake for 35 to 40 minutes until golden and a wooden skewer or knife inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 8

Cool on wire rack for 10 minutes before unmolding. Let finish cooling on wire rack.

Step 9

Serve with whipped cream on top and fruit, or plain if you like.