Nut-Free Olive Oil Cake
Elevate your dessert game with this Nut-Free Olive Oil Cake—a moist, tender, and citrus-kissed delight that’s perfect for any occasion. Made with extra virgin olive oil, fresh lemon zest, and a hint of vanilla, this cake boasts incredible depth and richness, all without the use of nuts. The recipe is easy to follow, with just a few simple steps, and comes together in under an hour, making it ideal for both beginner bakers and experienced pastry enthusiasts. Whether served plain or dusted with powdered sugar, this light yet luscious olive oil cake pairs effortlessly with a cup of tea or coffee, making it a versatile treat for any time of day. Perfect for nut-free households, this flavorful dessert is a crowd-pleaser that celebrates wholesome ingredients and classic Mediterranean-inspired flavors.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 250 grams All-purpose flour
- 200 grams Granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons Baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Baking soda
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 3 large Eggs
- 240 milliliters Whole milk
- 180 milliliters Extra virgin olive oil
- 1.5 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon Fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon Lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons Powdered sugar (optional, for dusting)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
In another bowl, beat the eggs lightly. Add the whole milk, olive oil, vanilla extract, fresh lemon juice, and lemon zest. Whisk until well combined.
Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, stirring gently until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan, spreading it evenly with a spatula.
Bake in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.
Allow the cake to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Once cooled, dust the top with powdered sugar if desired before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3574 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 192.7 g | 247% | |
| Saturated Fat | 33.7 g | 168% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 588 mg | 196% | |
| Sodium | 3019 mg | 131% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 426.4 g | 155% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.9 g | 28% | |
| Total Sugars | 229.3 g | ||
| Protein | 52.9 g | 106% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.8 mcg | 29% | |
| Calcium | 439 mg | 34% | |
| Iron | 14.3 mg | 79% | |
| Potassium | 894 mg | 19% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
