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Sliced lemon olive oil cake

Lemon Olive Oil Cake

Once you've successfully crafted this Lemon Olive Oil Cake, you'll be rewarded with a stunning, sunshine-yellow confection that's as beautiful as it is delicious.
Each bite offers a perfect balance of tart lemon and creamy olive oil, making it an unforgettable experience for your taste buds.
The cake's moist, tender crumb and subtle sweetness make it a versatile dessert that's perfect for any occasion, from casual gatherings to elegant soiree catering events.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Course Dessert
Servings 8
Calories 260 kcal

Equipment

  • Two mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Spatula
  • 9-inch cake pan
  • Parchment Paper
  • A grater for zesting
  • Juicer or reamer
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Cake stand or Serving plate

Ingredients
  

  • Zest and juice of 4 medium lemons
  • 2 cups of All-purpose flour
  • 1 3/4 cups of caster sugar
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons of baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon of baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon of salt
  • 3/4 cup of extra-virgin olive oil
  • 3/4 cup of almond milk
  • 1/2 cup of unsweetened apple sauce
  • 2 tablespoons of apple cider vinegar

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a new 9-inch cake pan with parchment paper.
  • In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  • In another bowl, whisk together the lemon juice and zest, olive oil, almond milk, apple sauce, and apple cider vinegar.
  • Slowly add the wet mixture into the dry ingredients, and mix until the batter is smooth.
  • Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 35 to 40 minutes until the cake is golden and a toothpick comes out clean.
  • Let the cake cool in the pan on a wire rack before transferring it to a cake stand or serving plate.

Notes

Nutritional Facts per portion
Calories: 260;
Fat: 10g;
Carbohydrates: 40g;
Protein: 2g
(Please note that these nutritional facts may vary depending on the specific ingredients used.)
Keyword cake, lemon, olive oil