Olive Oil Cake Recipe
Indulge in our moist and fragrant olive oil cake, crafted with the finest extra virgin olive oil for a rich, buttery flavor. This delightful dessert is infused with zesty citrus notes and topped with a light dusting of powdered sugar, making it the perfect ending to your meal. Each bite offers a tender crumb that melts in your mouth, leaving you craving more!
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Ingredients
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Cake Ingredients
Method
Baking Instructions
- 1
Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch round cake pan.
- 2
Mix Dry Ingredients
In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt until well combined.
- 3
Combine Wet Ingredients
In another bowl, beat the eggs and then add the olive oil, milk, vanilla extract, and lemon zest. Whisk until smooth.
- 4
Combine Mixtures
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix gently until just combined. Do not overmix.
- 5
Bake
Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- 6



