Description
A light and elegant cake made with olive oil for a moist, tender texture and delicate richness. Bright citrus zest adds a refreshing flavor, making this simple cake perfect for dessert or serving with coffee or tea.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 3 large eggs
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup olive oil
- 1/2 cup milk or buttermilk
- 2 tablespoons lemon or orange zest
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Powdered sugar for dusting (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8-inch round cake pan or line it with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, whisk the eggs and granulated sugar until the mixture becomes pale and slightly thick.
- Slowly add the olive oil while whisking continuously to create a smooth batter.
- Mix in the milk or buttermilk, citrus zest, and vanilla extract.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring gently until the batter is smooth and well combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 30–35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow the cake to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Dust with powdered sugar before serving if desired.
Notes
- Add fresh berries such as blueberries or raspberries to the batter for a fruity variation.
- Combine both lemon and orange zest for a deeper citrus flavor.
- Serve with whipped cream or yogurt for a richer dessert.
- Sprinkle sliced almonds on top before baking for a light crunch.
- Store the cake in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
- Refrigerate for up to 5 days if longer storage is needed.
- Warm slices in the microwave for 10–15 seconds before serving if desired.
- The cake can be wrapped tightly and frozen for up to 2 months.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
