Olive Oil Cake Recipe
A moist and fragrant cake infused with rich olive oil, perfect for any occasion.
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Ingredients
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Olive Oil Cake Ingredients
Method
Olive Oil Cake Directions
- 1
Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch round cake pan.
- 2
Combine Dry Ingredients
In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- 3
Mix Wet Ingredients
In another bowl, beat the eggs and then add the milk, olive oil, vanilla extract, and lemon zest. Mix until well combined.
- 4
Combine Wet and Dry Mixtures
Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and mix until just combined. Do not overmix.
- 5
Bake the Cake
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
Cool and Serve
Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before serving.
