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Olive Oil Cake

Delicious Olive Oil Cake with Creamy Mascarpone Frosting

This Olive Oil Cake is a moist, flavorful dessert topped with silky mascarpone frosting and fresh berries. A perfect treat for any gathering!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Rub with lemon zest for enhanced flavor.
  • 3 large Eggs Use room temperature eggs for better emulsification.
  • 1 cup Olive Oil Opt for extra virgin olive oil for the best taste.
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour Can substitute with a gluten-free flour mix if needed.
  • 1/2 cup Milk Whole milk will provide the richest flavor.
  • 1 tbsp Lemon Juice Fresh juice is best for flavor.
  • 1 tbsp Lemon Zest Freshly grated zest offers maximum aroma.
For the Frosting
  • 1 cup Mascarpone Cheese Can substitute with cream cheese for a tangier taste.
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Bean Paste Can be swapped with vanilla extract if needed.
  • 1/2 cup Heavy Cream Ensure it’s cold for achieving soft peaks.
For Topping
  • 1 cup Mixed Berries Use seasonal varieties for the best taste.
  • to taste Honey Maple syrup can be a substitute if desired.

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • cake pan
  • Whisk
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat Your Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Infuse Sugar with Lemon Zest: Rub together the granulated sugar and lemon zest until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes.
  3. Whisk Eggs and Sugar Mixture: Add eggs to the lemon sugar mixture and whisk for 4-5 minutes until light and fluffy.
  4. Incorporate Olive Oil: Slowly drizzle in olive oil while whisking the egg mixture until emulsified.
  5. Add Dry Ingredients: Gently fold in flour along with milk and lemon juice, alternating between the two.
  6. Prepare the Cake Pan: Grease a cake pan with olive oil or butter and dust it with sugar.
  7. Pour Batter into Pan: Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan, spreading it evenly.
  8. Bake the Cake: Bake for 35-45 minutes until a skewer comes out clean.
  9. Prepare the Mascarpone Frosting: Whip together mascarpone cheese, powdered sugar, vanilla bean paste, and lemon zest until smooth.
  10. Whip Heavy Cream: Whip the heavy cream until soft peaks form and mix into the mascarpone mixture.
  11. Frost the Cake: Once cooled, turn the cake onto a serving plate and spread the mascarpone frosting on top.
  12. Drizzle with Honey: Drizzle honey over mixed berries as a finishing touch.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 3gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure ingredients are at room temperature before starting. Use fresh seasonal berries for the best results.

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