Olive Oil Cake

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Olive Oil Cake
Olive Oil Cake
Yields:
8
serving(s)
Prep Time:
15 minutes
Total Time:
50 minutes
Cal/Serv:
322
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This olive oil cake is the kind of quiet indulgence that surprises you with its depth. Each slice feels impossibly tender—soft and delicate, yet rich with a silky crumb that melts gently on your tongue.

The olive oil brings a subtle fruitiness, a smooth, almost velvety warmth that lingers in every bite, making the cake feel both light and luxuriously satisfying at the same time.

Bright notes of fresh lemon weave through the sweetness, lifting the flavor with a soft citrus sparkle that feels clean and refreshing rather than sharp. It’s the kind of aroma that fills your kitchen with a sense of calm—sunny, comforting, and just a little elegant.

As you take a bite, you experience a perfect harmony—golden edges with a faint crispness, giving way to a tender center that feels almost cloud-like. It’s not overly sweet, making it perfect for slow mornings, afternoon tea, or a quiet moment of indulgence.

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Recipe Information

Ingredients

For:
8
serving(s)
  • 1 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2/3 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 tsp granulated sugar
  • 1/4 tsp baking soda
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 2/3 cup olive oil
  • 1/2 cup greek yogurt
  • 2 large eggs
  • 3 tbsp lemon juice
  • zest of a lemon
Nutrition Facts
Olive Oil Cake
Serving Size
 
90 g
Amount per Serving
Calories
322
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
19
g
29
%
Saturated Fat
 
3
g
19
%
Trans Fat
 
0.01
g
Polyunsaturated Fat
 
2
g
Monounsaturated Fat
 
14
g
Cholesterol
 
47
mg
16
%
Sodium
 
130
mg
6
%
Potassium
 
62
mg
2
%
Carbohydrates
 
33
g
11
%
Fiber
 
1
g
4
%
Sugar
 
18
g
20
%
Protein
 
5
g
10
%
Vitamin A
 
68
IU
1
%
Vitamin C
 
2
mg
2
%
Calcium
 
25
mg
3
%
Iron
 
1
mg
6
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

Equipments

  • 1 mixing bowl set
  • 1 balloon whisk
  • 1 9-inch round pan
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Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 350ºF and oil a 9” round pan.
  2. Mix the dry ingredients (flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda and salt) together in a large bowl.
  3. Create a well in the flour mix and add olive oil, Greek yogurt and eggs. Whisk into the flour mixture.
  4. Add lemon juice and zest and stir until completely combined and there are no lumps.
  5. Pour batter into the prepared pan. Bake for 30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  6. Allow to cool for at least 10 minutes before slicing. Serve with a dollop of Greek yogurt and raspberries, if desired.
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