Marissa's MediterraneanA sunshine-filled dessert that's light, zesty, and perfectly sweet. This cake uses olive oil for a silky crumb and fresh orange for a vibrant flavor that will brighten any table.
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch round cake pan with a little olive oil.
In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs and granulated sugar until the mixture is pale and slightly frothy.
Slowly pour in the olive oil and orange juice while whisking continuously. Stir in the fresh orange zest.
In a separate medium bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
Gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients using a spatula until just combined. Do not overmix!
Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top.
Bake for 40-45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean and the top is golden brown.
Check at the 35-minute mark to ensure it isn't browning too quickly.
Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely. Dust with powdered sugar before slicing.
This cake is incredibly moist thanks to the olive oil and fresh citrus. For the best flavor, use a high-quality extra virgin olive oil—it makes all the difference! If you want to get fancy, a dollop of Greek yogurt on the side is perfection.
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Marissa's Mediterranean
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For moms that like Mediterranean. Simple and healthy
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