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Pressure Cooker Yogurt Honey Snack Cake - Moist, Light, and Ready Fast

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings 8 servings

Ingredients

  • 1 cup (140 g) all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup (60 g) fine almond flour (optional but recommended for tenderness; sub more all-purpose if needed)
  • 1 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/4 tsp baking soda
  • 1/4 tsp fine salt
  • 1/2 cup (120 ml) plain whole-milk yogurt (Greek or regular; see FAQ)
  • 1/2 cup (170 g) honey
  • 1/3 cup (75 g) neutral oil (such as canola, grapeseed, or light olive oil)
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 tsp finely grated lemon zest (or orange zest)
  • 1–2 tbsp milk (only if batter seems very thick)
  • For finishing (optional): 1–2 tsp honey for brushing, powdered sugar for dusting, or a quick lemon-honey glaze

Instructions

  • Prep the pan and cooker. Grease a 6-inch round cake pan (or 7-inch if your pot allows) and line the bottom with parchment. Pour 1 cup of water into the pressure cooker insert. Place a trivet or rack inside.
  • Whisk dry ingredients. In a bowl, whisk all-purpose flour, almond flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until evenly combined.
  • Mix wet ingredients. In a separate bowl, whisk yogurt, honey, oil, eggs, vanilla, and lemon zest until smooth. If using thick Greek yogurt, whisk until no lumps remain.
  • Combine gently. Add dry ingredients to wet. Stir with a spatula until just combined. If the batter is very thick (like muffin batter), add 1–2 tbsp milk to loosen slightly. Do not overmix.
  • Load the pan. Scrape batter into the prepared pan. Tap once to release large bubbles. Cover the pan tightly with foil to prevent condensation from dripping on top.
  • Pressure cook. Place the pan on the trivet. Seal the lid. Cook on High Pressure for 28–32 minutes for a 6-inch pan (25–28 minutes for 7-inch). Times vary slightly by model and altitude.
  • NPR, then check. Let pressure release naturally for 10 minutes, then quick-release any remaining steam. Lift the pan out carefully. Remove foil and test with a toothpick; it should come out mostly clean with a few moist crumbs.
  • Optional browning. For a golden top, brush with a little honey and place under a preheated broiler for 1–2 minutes, watching closely. Or skip this step for a pale, ultra-moist finish.
  • Cool and finish. Cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then turn out onto a rack, peel off parchment, and cool fully. Dust with powdered sugar or drizzle with a quick lemon-honey glaze if you like.
  • Serve. Slice into small squares or wedges. It’s great warm, room temp, or chilled. Pairs beautifully with berries or a dollop of yogurt.