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Simple One-Bowl Lemon Olive Oil Cake

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This recipe creates a wonderfully moist and tender lemon olive oil cake with a light crumb. It uses simple, one-bowl preparation, resulting in a European-style dessert that is not overly sweet.

Ingredients

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

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan or line it with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. Add the granulated sugar and lemon zest to the dry ingredients. Rub the zest into the sugar with your fingers until fragrant.
  4. Add the eggs, olive oil, milk, lemon juice, and vanilla extract to the bowl.
  5. Whisk everything together until just combined. Do not overmix; a few small lumps are fine. This is your one-bowl method.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan.
  7. Bake for 35 to 45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  8. Let the cake cool in the pan for 15 minutes before inverting it onto a wire rack to cool completely.
  9. If using the glaze, whisk the powdered sugar and lemon juice until smooth. Drizzle over the cooled cake.

Notes

  • This cake stays moist for several days when stored covered at room temperature.
  • Use a light-tasting olive oil for the best flavor balance.
  • For a dairy-free cake option, use a plant-based milk like almond or soy milk.
  • This cake is excellent served plain with coffee or tea.

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