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Italian Olive Oil Lemon Cake

Italian Olive Oil Lemon Cake
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A moist and bright Italian olive oil lemon cake made with fresh lemon juice, lemon zest, and rich olive oil for a soft tender crumb and refreshing citrus flavor.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 3 large eggs
  • 3/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 1/2 cup whole milk
  • 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons lemon zest
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 tablespoons powdered sugar

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F and grease a 9-inch cake pan.
  2. Whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt in a bowl.
  3. In another bowl whisk sugar, eggs, olive oil, milk, lemon juice, lemon zest, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  4. Fold dry ingredients into wet ingredients until just combined.
  5. Pour batter into prepared pan.
  6. Bake for 35 to 40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  7. Cool completely and dust with powdered sugar before serving.

Notes

  • Use fresh lemon juice for the brightest flavor.
  • Do not overmix the batter.
  • Store covered at room temperature for up to 3 days.
  • Let the cake cool fully before slicing.

Find it online: https://tastyze.com/italian-olive-oil-lemon-cake/