Lemon Olive Oil Cake
Lemon Olive Oil Cake is a delightful dessert that features a moist, fluffy texture and the vibrant flavor of fresh lemons. This cake harmoniously blends the richness of olive oil with zesty citrus, making it perfect for any occasion—from brunch to afternoon tea. Its appealing aroma and beautiful presentation will make it the star of your dessert table, ensuring every bite brings a burst of sunshine to your palate.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 8 slices 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- Zest and juice of 2 fresh lemons
- ½ cup high-quality extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- 3 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a round cake pan with olive oil.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In a large bowl, combine sugar and lemon zest until fragrant. Add olive oil, eggs, vanilla extract, and lemon juice; whisk until smooth.
- Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow cooling in the pan for ten minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
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