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Moist Lemon Olive Oil Cake

A golden brown olive oil cake, cut in half to show its moist, yellow crumb, resting on a white plate.
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This easy olive oil cake recipe delivers a light, tender crumb with bright citrus flavor. It stays moist for days without frosting, making it perfect for brunch or tea time.

Ingredients

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  • 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 cup good quality extra virgin olive oil
  • 1/2 cup whole milk
  • 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
  • Zest of 2 large lemons
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • For optional glaze: 1/2 cup powdered sugar and 1 tablespoon lemon juice

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan or line it with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set this dry mixture aside.
  3. In a large bowl, whisk the sugar and eggs together until they are pale and slightly thickened, about 2 minutes.
  4. Slowly stream in the olive oil while whisking constantly until it is fully incorporated.
  5. Whisk in the milk, lemon juice, lemon zest, and vanilla extract until just combined.
  6. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients. Mix on low speed or by hand until the batter is smooth. Do not overmix.
  7. Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan.
  8. Bake for 35 to 40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  9. Let the cake cool in the pan for 15 minutes before inverting it onto a wire rack to cool completely.
  10. If using the glaze, whisk the powdered sugar and lemon juice until smooth. Drizzle over the cooled cake.

Notes

  • Use a fruity, good quality extra virgin olive oil for the best flavor.
  • This cake tastes better the next day because the flavors deepen. Store it covered at room temperature.
  • For a Mediterranean Dessert feel, dust with powdered sugar instead of using a glaze.

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