 |
I found this Lemon Chia coffee cake recipe over on Baking Bites. I have to be honest. I’ve never used chia seeds before. But, I had just bought a giant Costco bag of them, in the hopes I might find good use for them. (yes, chia seeds are the same ones they use for Chia Pets. I had no idea…). I had been reading all the health benefits of Chia seeds and thought they would be perfect in our daily smoothies.
But guess what? They are perfect in place of poppyseeds too! This cake is so soft and moist, and can you believe I didn’t even feel the need to add a drizzle of anything on top? It was that good on it’s own. I’m going to try to make this into muffins soon, I’ll update the post and let you know how it turns out!
For now, I’m just going to enjoy this simple lemon coffee cake.
I adore all things lemon flavored! Here are a few of my favorite recipes…
Lemon Cupcakes with Lemon Buttercream: using my favorite white cake recipe, from scratch, these lemon cupcakes are delicious!
I made homemade lemon curd for the first time, and completely fell in love. It’s so easy!!
Need an easy, no fail dough, breakfast pastry idea? Try making Lemon Knots with frozen rolls.
Love these lemon recipe ideas? Find more delicious recipes by following me on Pinterest:
Don’t miss another mouthwatering recipe from Shugary Sweets! Be sure to follow me:
Facebook | Twitter | Google+ | Pinterest | Bloglovin’
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 eggs
- 1 lemon, zested and juiced
- 6oz vanilla yogurt
- 1 1/2 cup all purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp kosher salt
- 2 Tbsp chia seeds
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar, for garnish
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, beat butter and sugar until fluffy, about 3 minutes. Add eggs one at a time. Beat in lemon zest and juice. Stir in flour, baking powder baking soda and salt. Beat in the yogurt and chia seeds until batter is smooth.
- Pour into a 9inch round cake pan that is greased and the bottom is lined with parchment paper. Bake in a 350 degree oven for 40 minutes. Remove and cool on wire rack for 15 minutes. Turn onto plate and allow to cool completely. Sprinkle with powdered sugar before serving. ENJOY!
- **recipe adapted from Baking Bites
{ 58 comments… read them below or add one }
I discovered Chia seeds a few months ago. I absolutely love them mixed into my greek yogurt for breakfast but have yet to bake with them. This cake sounds so dreamy! I love lemon!!!
Elizabeth @ Confessions of a Baking Queen recently posted..Triple Chocolate Thin Mint Cookies
I have only put them in smoothies, I really need to just start adding them to more foods!!
aimee @ shugarysweets recently posted..Lemon Chia Coffee Cake
I have a huge bag of chia seeds in the refrigerator needing to be used. And this lemon coffee cake looks made for them. Yum!
Nicole @ Young, Broke and Hungry recently posted..Cheap Eats: My Sweet Little Cakes
We need to set a goal to use our chia seeds!!
aimee @ shugarysweets recently posted..Lemon Chia Coffee Cake
I love chia seeds. I toss them in so many things, smoothies, salads, parfaits, you name it. I love that you added them into this fabulous cake!
Jennifer @ Mother Thyme recently posted..Caesar Salad Dressing
Salads! What a great idea! Thanks Jennifer!
aimee @ shugarysweets recently posted..Lemon Chia Coffee Cake
I have never cooked or baked with chia seeds either. This looks like a wonderful treat for breakfast!
Eva @ Eva Bakes recently posted..Cinnamon sugar donut muffins
I’ve been told they can replace anything you make with poppyseeds…and you can add them to so much more!!
aimee @ shugarysweets recently posted..Lemon Chia Coffee Cake
Do you use regular yogurt or greek yogurt?
I used regular Yoplait vanilla yogurt. Greek yogurt would work just fin too though!
aimee @ shugarysweets recently posted..Lemon Chia Coffee Cake
Confession, I have never heard of Chia. Did not know it was a seed! I need to investigate that! This cake looks really great and love the lemon!
Nancy P.@thebittersideofsweet recently posted..Easter Chicken
Ch.ch.ch. Chia. Chia pets? No?
Anyways, I had no idea you could eat the seeds, I thought they were just novelty plants! But, apparently they are better for you than salmon!
aimee @ shugarysweets recently posted..Lemon Chia Coffee Cake
I guess I wasn’t thinking too hard. Uh yes! I used to sit in my 10th grade Math class and sing that with my friends. Everybody back then knew what they were, I sing it to my kids and they are like “what Mom”?
Nancy P.@thebittersideofsweet recently posted..Easter Chicken
haha, glad you caught on that I was singing it!!
aimee @ shugarysweets recently posted..Lemon Chia Coffee Cake
I have yet to try chia seeds, but have also heard of all its health benefits in smoothies. Nice to see they are also great for baking.
Regina @ SpecialtyCakeCreations recently posted..Easy Oreo Icecream Sandwiches
Wonderful in baking
Now I need to figure out how else to use them!!
aimee @ shugarysweets recently posted..Lemon Chia Coffee Cake
My blog in 2009 was all about chia seeds! You can use 1 tsp of chia to about 3 tbsp of water and let it thicken and get goo-like for vegan eggs; same with ground flax. Chia/flax eggs are pretty common in vegan baking. And they are wonderful in smoothies, and I love making chia seed pudding with them and you can frreeze that and turn it into fro-yo or ‘ice cream’ of sorts. I love them! Your cake is perfect!
Averie @ Averie Cooks recently posted..The Ultimate Fudgy Caramel Brownies
Hmmm, I’m going to have to look into more recipes with these chia seeds! I had no idea all the things you can do with them!!
aimee @ shugarysweets recently posted..Lemon Chia Coffee Cake
I’ve never even heard of chia seeds- is that crazy? (I’ve heard of chia pets though)
I’m gonna do some research though- this cake looks lovely!
Audra | The Baker Chick recently posted..{Milk Bar Mondays} Bagel Bombs
I hear the seeds are what you spread on the chia pet! Crazy right? Who knew that was edible? Clearly not me!
aimee @ shugarysweets recently posted..Lemon Chia Coffee Cake
I would need a few slices to go, with my tea! That looks incredibly delicious and I love the addition of chia
Kiran @ KiranTarun.com recently posted..Smoked Salmon & Herbed Goat Cheese Tartine
It goes great with a cup of tea! Thanks Kiran!!
aimee @ shugarysweets recently posted..Lemon Chia Coffee Cake
I’ve used chia seeds a lot. I even sneak them in pancakes when I make them for Nik. They have more Omega-3s than salmon, some protein, and minerals.
Ty, awesome idea for pancakes! I’m going to be putting them in everything, why not right???
aimee @ shugarysweets recently posted..Lemon Chia Coffee Cake
I never knew chia seeds were good for you? Guess it’s ok to several slices of cake right? This would be wonderful for breakfast!
absolutely! it’s for your health
aimee @ shugarysweets recently posted..Lemon Chia Coffee Cake
This looks delish and so pretty too!!! I love lemons and love the idea of getting those good-for-me chia seeds in some cake!!! Genius! xoxo
Robyn Stone | Add a Pinch recently posted..Hard Cooked Eggs in the Oven
Thanks Robyn! Eat more cake…it’s healthy! My new motto
aimee @ shugarysweets recently posted..Lemon Chia Coffee Cake
I have been hearing about Chia seeds all over the place. I need to try them! And lemon anything, especially coffee cake? Score!
Dorothy @ Crazy for Crust recently posted..Coconut Key Lime Pie Cookie Cups
Thanks Dorothy!!
aimee @ shugarysweets recently posted..Lemon Chia Coffee Cake
We use the chia seeds in smoothies and salads…be warned though…the seeds like to stick in your teeth. Just look in a mirror before leaving the house if you eat them that way. LOL! I knew they could be used as an egg substitute too, but I haven’t gotten that far with them yet. I love that you used them in place of poppy seeds for this fabulous cake!!! I want a huge slice and some coffee! Let’s plan a meet up soon!!!
Jocelyn @BruCrew Life recently posted..Trick or Treat Tuesday #10
yeah, they definitely do stick! More so than poppy seeds!!
aimee @ shugarysweets recently posted..Lemon Chia Coffee Cake
I’m all about lemon lately – and this coffee cake looks lovely Aimee! I never knew how to use chia seeds either so I’ve sort of avoided them BUT now I know at least one way to bake with them lol
Jess @ On Sugar Mountain recently posted..College Cooking 101: Skillet Chicken Tikka Masala
I’m not really sure how to use them, but everyone commenting has some great ideas! I’m pretty excited!
aimee @ shugarysweets recently posted..Lemon Chia Coffee Cake
I’m going to have to get my hands on some chia seeds! So intrigued.
Joanne @ Fifteen Spatulas recently posted..Fridge Staples: Cranberry Chicken Salad
I like to be trendy, LOL.
aimee @ shugarysweets recently posted..Lemon Chia Coffee Cake
I have been contemplating chia seeds too, but haven’t taken the plunge. This moist, lemony coffee cake is even more motivation. What a fantastic idea to use them in place of poppyseeds! (PS. Who would have thought you could eat those little nuggets and they’d be good for you?! Amazing).
Erin | The Law Student’s Wife recently posted..Crispy Chewy Pretzel, Peanut Butter, and Chocolate Chip Cookies
yeah, I don’t think I would ever have been brave enough to try things for the first time in the universe!!
aimee @ shugarysweets recently posted..Lemon Chia Coffee Cake
This is the 3rd recipe in a week I’ve seen with chia seeds. I saw one on Joy the baker for smoothies, which sounded great. Good to know they work perfectly in place of poppyseeds! The lemon coffee cake sounds wonderful!
Marcie@Flavorthemoments recently posted..Yukon Gold Garlic Mashed Potatoes
They sure do work great!! guess you need to try it yourself now, Marcie!
aimee @ shugarysweets recently posted..Lemon Chia Coffee Cake
This looks amazing! I am probably the last person who has not tried chia seeds but have heard so much about them. This is a perfect way to try them!
Raquel @ Organized Island recently posted..Time Saving Tips to Get That Hour Back
I thought “I” was the last person. Good to know…hehe!!
This looks so unique! Very pretty.
Dont you just LOVE chia seeds? I’m addicted!!
claire @ the realistic nutritionist recently posted..6 Minute Easy Mac Recipe
I made some lemon chia seed muffins a month or so ago and the recipe was a flop, but that never stops me. I’m going to try this cake and I’m pretty sure I even have all of the ingredients on hand. I’m going to try it as muffins, I’ll let you know how they turn out.
Jenn recently posted..Grandma’s Ranch Dressing and Veggie Dip
yes, please let me know if you try it as muffins!!!
aimee @ shugarysweets recently posted..Lasagna Soup
I love chia seeds and think this is a FABULOUS use for them! Perfect for breakfast!!
Sues recently posted..Guinness Doughnuts with Irish Whiskey Frosting
Thanks Sues!!!
aimee @ shugarysweets recently posted..Lasagna Soup
This looks crazy tasty! I love using chia seeds in everything. They enhance the flavor of everything around them, so I imagine this will be one super tasty lemony cake! YUM!
Kelly @ Hidden Fruits and Veggies recently posted..Chia Seed Pancakes (aka Josh’s Favorite Pancake)
I’ve never had a lemon coffee cake or chia seeds, but this sounds delicious! The pictures are beautiful. I may have to try out this recipe for Easter!
Blessings,
Leslie
Leslie recently posted..Scrumptious Banana Bread with Orange Glaze
thanks Leslie
You should try it out!!!
aimee @ shugarysweets recently posted..Lasagna Soup
I love lemon-anything! Amazing!!
I would love for you to join my Blog Hop!
http://www.pluckys-secondthought.com/pluckys-blog-hop-2/
Don’t forget to join the Giveaway!
Jess recently posted..Plucky’s Blog Hop #2 and Giveaway
I can’t wait to try this! We go through lemon chia muffins like CRAZY, this will be a nice change!
Love this! I bought some chia seeds and then hid them away in the pantry. I need to bust them out and make some cake!
Karly recently posted..Spudnuts – Potato Donuts
Definitely time to bust them out of the pantry. Why make smoothies with chia seeds when you can have cake? And it’s healthy right? Lemons? Chia Seeds?
aimee @ shugarysweets recently posted..Lasagna Soup
The Lemon Chia Coffee Cake has given my husband a reason to always have breakfast before heading to the office. Since he is the type of guy who loves his coffee pitch black he tends to finds the Lemon Chia Coffee Cake a wonderful accompaniment.
Maria G. recently posted..How to make a flavor cubes
Like you, I keep reading about the wonderful chia seed. So, when I saw a bag at Trader Joes I bought it with no idea of what I was going to do with it. Now I can put my chia seeds to good use! Thanks for the recipe!
Wendy recently posted..Biscoff Toffee Crunch Bars with Biscoff Icing
I saw this cake on Pinterest and immediately wanted to make it! I made it today and it is DELICIOUS! So lemony and yummy. Thanks for the recipe.
{ 4 trackbacks }