Lighter Coffee Cake with Yogurt, Pecans, and Raisins

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup butter, softened
• 3/4 cup white sugar
• 2 eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup plain yogurt
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup chopped pecans
• 1/2 cup raisins

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour one 9x13 inch baking pan.
2. In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla and yogurt.
3. Combine the flour, baking powder, and salt; stir into the creamed mixture until just blended. Fold in the pecans and raisins.
4. Spread the batter into the prepared pan. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes in the preheated oven, or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean.
5. Allow to cool before serving.

Interesting Facts

• Coffee cake is a type of cake that was traditionally served with a cup of coffee.
• Pecans are native to North America and have been a staple of American cuisine for centuries.
• Raisins are dried grapes that have been enjoyed as a snack since ancient times.