Citrus Olive Oil Cake: The Best Dessert Topped with Citrus Cream
A delightful moist cake infused with citrus flavors and topped with a creamy citrus topping.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup extra virgin olive oil
- 3 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ cup freshly squeezed orange juice
- 1 tablespoon orange zest
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a cake pan.
- In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, beat the eggs and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Gradually add the olive oil, vanilla, orange juice, and zest, mixing well.
- Combine the dry ingredients with the wet ingredients until just mixed.
- Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and bake for 30-35 minutes.
- Let the cake cool before adding the citrus cream topping.
Notes
- For added flavor, consider using a mix of citrus juices.
- Ensure the cake is completely cool before frosting to prevent melting.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: Citrus Olive Oil Cake, Dessert, Citrus Cream