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    Vanilla Bean Yogurt Pound Cake

    Published: Nov 9, 2015 · Modified: Jul 26, 2023 by thekitchenprep · This post may contain affiliate links ·

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    Vanilla Bean Yogurt Pound Cake! Sweet and fragrant, this simple yet scruptious vanilla bean pound cake is perfect for serving up with coffee or tea.

    I like my frozen yogurt on the plain side {no toppings}. I rarely do anything drastic with my hair -- just a trim and some subdued layers. When it comes to fashion and decor, I'm not one to go for sparkles and "bling" {do people even say that anymore?} I guess you might call me a little "vanilla."

    When I was in high school, one of my best friends badgered me constantly about wearing more makeup. In college, my roommate incessantly tried to add more "color" to my wardrobe -- I defaulted to neutrals.

    Even while wedding dress shopping, I remember every single bridal consultant adding sequined, bedazzled dresses to the pile of classic, "plain" gowns I chose on my own. My own sister often jokes with me that I live in a "taupe-colored" world because I gravitate to things that are clean, simple and unembellished.

    See? Vanilla.

    Let's get something straight here... Vanilla is a compliment.

    To me, vanilla means comfort. Coziness. Sweetness.

    When Stonyfield Organic and prAna asked us to craft a post showing which Oh My Yog! variety and prAna organic clothing piece expressed our style and "flavor", I didn't have to think twice about what I'd choose: Madagascar Vanilla Bean yogurt and a cozy sweater!

    Yes, that may sound boring to some, but hey, that's my life these days! Though I love a sassy sundress, jet-setting and having fancy cocktails with the girls, my current reality as a work-from-home mama doesn't exactly lend itself to stilettos and manicured nails.

    When I'm not in the kitchen cooking up the recipes I share here, you can find me playing on the living room floor, running errands around town or taking the tot to story time -- all activities that require comfortable attire!

    Thankfully, prAna creates pieces that suit all types of lifestyles whether you're toting a baby or a yoga mat. It's always nice to know that you can run out the door without looking disheveled, then head home and continue with your daily routine without having to change into "comfy clothes" -- who has the time?!

    Stonyfield also gets it right with Oh My Yog! -- a tri-layer yogurt with a sweet Madagascar Vanilla bottom, honey-infused whole milk yogurt middle and decadent cream top. It's the kind of thing I'd want to snack on while working on my lap top, snuggled in a comfy sweater like the Sondra from prAna's organic line -- like a little oasis of peace and calm in the middle of my baby-chasing, crazy days.

    You may think of "vanilla" as one-note, and maybe not too exciting... but I see the layers and the complexities. Subtle, rarely ostentatious, a little under the radar. Approachable, familiar and endearing.

    It's an honor to be called vanilla! 😉

    Not only is Oh My Yog! great for snacking, but it's also perfect for baking!

    I made this simple, tender pound cake extra vanilla-y by adding a big ol' tablespoon full of vanilla bean paste and using the Madagascar Vanilla Bean flavor of Oh My Yog!, but any of their flavors can be added to suit your taste.

    This type of recipe is such a nice homemade treat to share for the holidays, or to have for family gatherings and brunch buffets.

    Whether you choose to keep it plain, or spice it up with flavors like Apple Cinnamon or Gingered Pear, I think you'll find this sweet, classic recipe anything but boring!

    Vanilla Bean-Yogurt Pound Cake

    Vanilla Bean-Yogurt Pound Cake

    Dianna Muscari | The Kitchen Prep
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    Prep Time 10 minutes mins
    Cook Time 50 minutes mins
    Total Time 1 hour hr
    Course Dessert
    Cuisine American
    Servings 2 mini loaves

    Ingredients
      

    • ½ cup butter
    • 1 cup granulated sugar
    • 3 eggs
    • 1 tablespoon vanilla bean paste
    • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
    • ½ teaspoon salt
    • ¼ teaspoon baking powder
    • ¼ teaspoon baking soda
    • 1 {6 oz.} container of Madagascar Vanilla Bean Oh My Yog! yogurt in your favorite flavor

    Instructions
     

    • Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Prepare mini loaf pans by spraying lightly with non-stick spray. Set aside.
    • In the bowl of a stand mixer, beat together butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time until fully incorporated. Add vanilla bean paste and beat until combined.
    • In another bowl, whisk together flour, salt, baking powder and baking soda.
    • Slowly add half of dry ingredients to the butter mixture and mix until just disappeared. Add in yogurt and mix until just incorporated. Mix in remaining dry ingredients until just combined. {Do not overmix.}
    • Divide batter evenly into mini loaf pans. Bake for 40-50 minutes until the tops are golden and a skewer inserted in the center comes out with just a few sticky crumbs.
    • Let cool completely before slicing.

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    1. Jillian Too says

      November 09, 2015 at 5:23 pm

      My style is probably the Apple Cinnamon. I like the sweet comforts of home with a hint of spice.

      Reply
    2. Anonymous says

      January 10, 2016 at 6:51 pm

      This was an amazing recipe! I've made it twice already 🙂 Thank you for sharing!!

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