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Ultra-Moist Lemon Olive Oil Cake (Simple One-Bowl Recipe)

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Make this incredibly moist and tender lemon olive oil cake using a simple one-bowl method. This recipe delivers bright citrus flavor without being overly sweet, making it a perfect tea cake or everyday dessert.

Ingredients

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  • 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt
  • 3 large eggs
  • 3/4 cup good quality extra virgin olive oil
  • 1/2 cup whole milk (or dairy-free alternative)
  • 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
  • Zest of 2 large lemons
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Optional Glaze: 1/2 cup powdered sugar mixed with 2 tablespoons lemon juice

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan, or line the bottom with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. This is the dry mixture.
  3. In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the eggs, olive oil, milk, lemon juice, lemon zest, and vanilla extract until well combined.
  4. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Whisk gently until just combined. Do not overmix; a few small lumps are acceptable. This is the one-bowl step.
  5. Pour the batter into your prepared cake pan.
  6. Bake for 35 to 40 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
  7. Let the cake cool in the pan for 15 minutes before inverting it onto a wire rack to cool completely.
  8. If using the glaze, whisk the powdered sugar and lemon juice until smooth. Drizzle over the cooled cake.

Notes

  • Using a good quality, mild-flavored olive oil makes a difference in the final taste of this Mediterranean dessert.
  • This cake stays moist for several days when stored covered at room temperature.
  • For a slightly different flavor, substitute orange zest and juice for the lemon.
  • This recipe is naturally dairy free if you use a non-dairy milk substitute.

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