Lemon Olive Oil Cake
Olive oil replaces butter in this lemon cake, giving it a moist, tender crumb and a slightly fruity depth that pairs naturally with bright lemon zest and juice. It comes together in one bowl in about 15 minutes, then bakes for roughly 40 to 45 minutes. The texture holds up well for a couple of days, making it a good make-ahead option.
Equipment
- Mixing Bowls
- Whisk
- 9-inch round cake pan
- Microplane or zester
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Rubber spatula
- Cooling Rack
Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 3 teaspoons lemon zest preferably from organic lemons
- ¾ cup extra virgin olive oil
- 3 large eggs room temperature
- ¼ cup lemon juice freshly squeezed
- ½ cup whole milk room temperature
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9-inch round cake pan and line it with parchment paper for easy removal.
- In a mixing bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
- In another bowl, combine the sugar and lemon zest. Rub the zest into the sugar with your fingertips until the sugar is fragrant and moist.
- Whisk in the olive oil until fully combined, then add the eggs, one at a time, whisking well after each addition.
- Stir in the lemon juice and half of the flour mixture, followed by the milk. Once combined, add the remaining flour mixture and stir until smooth.
- Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan. Smooth the top with a rubber spatula.
- Bake for 45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean and the cake is golden brown. Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 15 minutes before transferring it to a cooling rack.
Notes
- For extra flavor, consider adding a pinch of freshly ground black pepper to the mix. This will enhance the lemon's zing and add depth.
Nutrition
Calories: 399kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 5gFat: 23gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 16gTrans Fat: 0.01gCholesterol: 72mgSodium: 285mgPotassium: 84mgFiber: 1gSugar: 26gVitamin A: 127IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 94mgIron: 2mg
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