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olive oil cake

A moist and flavorful cake made with high-quality olive oil, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Dry Ingredients
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour sifted
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tbsp baking powder
  • 1 tsp salt
Wet Ingredients
  • 1 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 3 large eggs room temperature
  • 1 cup milk room temperature
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 lemon zest

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan.
  2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
Mixing
  1. In another bowl, whisk together the olive oil, eggs, milk, vanilla extract, and lemon zest until well combined.
  2. Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
Baking
  1. Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
  2. Bake in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  3. Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

This cake can be served plain or with a dusting of powdered sugar. It pairs well with fresh fruit or a dollop of whipped cream.