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Moist Lemon Olive Oil Cake

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You will love this easy, moist Lemon Olive Oil Cake. It has a tender crumb, bright citrus flavor, and stays fresh for days without frosting. This simple recipe is perfect for brunch or dessert.

Ingredients

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  • 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 3 large eggs
  • 3/4 cup good quality extra virgin olive oil
  • 1/2 cup whole milk
  • 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
  • Zest of 2 large lemons
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • For the simple syrup (optional): 1/4 cup lemon juice + 1/4 cup sugar

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 medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set this aside.
  3. In a large bowl, whisk the granulated sugar and eggs together until pale and slightly thickened, about 2 minutes.
  4. Slowly stream in the olive oil while whisking constantly until fully incorporated.
  5. Whisk in the milk, lemon juice, lemon zest, and vanilla extract until just combined.
  6. Gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients using a spatula until no streaks of flour remain. Do not overmix.
  7. Pour the batter into your prepared cake pan and spread evenly.
  8. Bake for 35 to 40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  9. While the cake bakes, prepare the simple syrup (if using): Heat the lemon juice and sugar in a small saucepan over medium heat, stirring until the sugar dissolves completely. Remove from heat.
  10. When the cake comes out of the oven, poke holes all over the top surface with a skewer or toothpick.
  11. Slowly brush or drizzle the warm simple syrup evenly over the hot cake. Let the cake cool completely in the pan before inverting it onto a serving plate.
  12. Serve plain or dust lightly with powdered sugar. This cake is great for meal planning as the flavor improves overnight.

Notes

  • Use a fruity, mild olive oil for the best flavor. Avoid intensely peppery oils.
  • This cake is excellent served with coffee or as a light dessert after a heavy meal, unlike some heavy keto meal plan delivery options.
  • If you are looking for alternatives to traditional baking, this recipe offers a lighter texture compared to cakes made with butter.

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