Description
A fluffy and moist olive oil cake infused with vibrant citrus flavors, topped with a smooth citrus cream for a delightful winter dessert.
Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- Pinch of salt
- ¾ cup extra virgin olive oil
- ½ cup plain yogurt
- ⅓ cup fresh orange juice
- 2 tablespoons orange zest
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup sugar
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare your cake pan with olive oil and flour.
- Whisk together the dry ingredients: flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a bowl.
- Blend the wet ingredients in another bowl: olive oil, yogurt, and sugar until smooth.
- Add the orange juice, orange zest, and vanilla extract to the wet mixture.
- Whisk in the eggs one at a time until well incorporated.
- Gradually sprinkle the dry mixture into the wet mixture, stirring gently until just combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan, spreading it evenly.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool for at least 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Notes
For best results, use high-quality ingredients and avoid overmixing the batter.
