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Olive Oil Lemon Almond Cake

Olive Oil Lemon Almond Cake: Moist Delight with Floral Glaze

A delightful Olive Oil Lemon Almond Cake that is moist and perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Cooling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 50 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American, Vegan
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 2 cups Almond Flour Hazelnut flour is a great substitute.
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour Substitute with gluten-free flour for a gluten-free option.
  • 1/2 cup Olive Oil Melted coconut oil can be used instead.
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Lemon Juice Always use fresh for best results.
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Zest Important for vibrant citrus flavor.
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Swap for brown sugar for a deeper taste.
  • 2 teaspoons Baking Powder Ensure it's gluten-free if necessary.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt
  • 3 large Eggs Replace with flax eggs for vegan option.
  • 1 tablespoon Orange Blossom Water Use orange zest if unavailable.
For the Glaze
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar Main ingredient for sweet glaze.

Equipment

  • 9-inch round cake pan
  • mixing bowl
  • Spatula
  • whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a 9-inch round cake pan with olive oil or parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the almond flour, all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Whisk until blended.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the olive oil, fresh lemon juice, lemon zest, eggs, and granulated sugar until smooth.
  4. Gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture using a spatula until no flour streaks remain.
  5. Pour the cake batter into the prepared baking pan and smooth the top evenly.
  6. Bake for approximately 30-35 minutes, until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  7. Cool the cake in the pan for about 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  8. Prepare the glaze by mixing powdered sugar with orange blossom water until smooth.
  9. Once the cake is cool, drizzle the glaze over the top and allow it to set before slicing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 4gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 120mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor and avoid overmixing the batter for a light texture.

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