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Moist Lemon Olive Oil Cake

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This easy olive oil cake recipe yields a tender, moist crumb with bright citrus flavor, perfect for brunch or dessert. It stays fresh for days.

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 or buttermilk
  • 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons lemon zest
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Powdered sugar for dusting (optional)

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 granulated sugar and eggs together until the mixture is pale and slightly thickened, about 2 minutes.
  4. Slowly stream in the olive oil while whisking constantly until fully incorporated.
  5. Whisk in the lemon juice, milk, 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 just combined. Do not overmix; a few small lumps are acceptable.
  7. Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan.
  8. Bake for 35 to 45 minutes, or until a wooden skewer 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. Dust with powdered sugar before slicing and serving.

Notes

  • Use a fruity, good quality extra virgin olive oil for the best flavor in this olive oil cake.
  • This cake tastes better the next day, as the flavors meld. Store it covered at room temperature.
  • For a richer flavor, substitute buttermilk for whole milk.

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