Orange Olive Oil Cake
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4.9
Orange Olive Oil Cake
Description
Orange Olive Oil Cake features a batter made by combining flour, leavening agents, salt, sugar, orange juice, olive oil, vanilla, and fresh orange zest. The batter is baked in a lightly oiled pan until it develops lightly pulled edges and a clean toothpick test confirms doneness. The olive oil lends a tender moistness distinct from butter-based cakes, while the citrus elements provide aromatic brightness. Its golden crust contrasts with a soft interior, making it both visually appealing and texturally pleasing.
This cake can be served with various citrus fruits or enhanced by adding crunchy elements like chopped nuts or seeds. It pairs well with dairy-free toppings such as vegan yogurt or whipped cream, complementing the natural sweetness and citrus notes. The recipe's flexibility allows variations with other citrus fruits like lemon or mandarin, adapting the flavor profile as desired.
For presentation, baking in a Bundt pan creates appealing shapes that trap pockets of moisture and offer a different eating experience. Garnishing with fresh orange segments and a dusting of powdered sugar adds freshness and a touch of sweetness. These details highlight the cake’s citrus character and elevate its appearance for serving.
This recipe allows substituting other citrus fruits such as lemon, mandarin, or grapefruit for varied flavors.Adding chopped nuts or seeds can introduce a crunchy texture contrast to the tender cake.Baking in a Bundt pan creates decorative shapes that enhance visual appeal and moisture retention.Serving with fresh orange pieces and dusting powdered sugar adds freshness and sweetness.Dairy-free toppings like vegan banana ice cream, yogurt, or whipped cream complement the cake’s citrus and olive oil flavors.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ¾ teaspoon salt sea salt
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup orange juice
- ½ cup olive oil
- 2 teaspoons vanilla
- orange zest of two
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Lightly oil a 9' round cake pan.
- Sift together flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. Mix well. Set aside.
- In another bowl, whisk together sugar, orange juice, olive oil, vanilla, and orange zest.
- Add dry ingredients to wet and mix until just combined.
- Pour batter into cake pan and bake 35 minutes or until a tester comes out clean and edges of cake have begun to pull away from the pan.
- Allow cake to cool completely before unmolding from pan.
Notes
- This recipe allows substituting other citrus fruits such as lemon, mandarin, or grapefruit for varied flavors.
- Adding chopped nuts or seeds can introduce a crunchy texture contrast to the tender cake.
- Baking in a Bundt pan creates decorative shapes that enhance visual appeal and moisture retention.
- Serving with fresh orange pieces and dusting powdered sugar adds freshness and sweetness.
- Dairy-free toppings like vegan banana ice cream, yogurt, or whipped cream complement the cake’s citrus and olive oil flavors.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 8servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 341 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 341kcal | 17% |
| Carbohydrates | 51g | 17% |
| Protein | 3g | 6% |
| Fat | 14g | 22% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 10g | 50% |
| Sodium | 409mg | 17% |
| Potassium | 70mg | 1% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 26g | 52% |
| Vitamin A | 37IU | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 10mg | 11% |
| Calcium | 39mg | 4% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
4.9
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