By Jamie
Who doesn’t adore the bright, refreshing zing of lemon and other citrus flavors? Trust me, that sweet-tart combo has a way of making your taste buds dance! This delightful olive oil cake is as light and airy as a summer breeze, evoking memories of sun-soaked days.
Now, I know the ingredient list looks a little daunting, but I bet you already have most of these staples in your pantry. You’ll find that whipping this cake up is way easier than it appears!
Ingredients:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp. baking powder
- 1/2 tsp. baking soda
- 1/4 tsp. salt
- 3 large eggs, at room temperature
- 1-1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 2/3 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tsp. lemon zest (don’t hesitate to experiment with other citrus like grapefruit or orange)
- 1 tsp. pure vanilla extract
- 4 tbsp. fresh lemon juice
- 1/2 cup buttermilk No need to buy it! Check out my tip below for a quick homemade version!
Directions:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9-inch springform pan (or an 8×8 baking dish if you don’t have a springform).
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl (or a stand mixer if you have one), beat the eggs and sugar on high until the mixture is fluffy and pale—about 5 minutes of your time.
- Reduce the mixer speed to medium and incorporate the olive oil and lemon zest.
- Turn the speed down to low and add half of the flour mixture. Follow this with the vanilla, lemon juice, and buttermilk. Finally, add the remaining flour mixture and blend until just combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan. Bake for approximately 1 hour and 15 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Allow to cool for 20 minutes before removing from the pan.
- Serve it up with some whipped cream and fresh berries!
Need to whip up your own buttermilk? It’s super simple! For every cup of milk, just add one tablespoon of vinegar or lemon juice. Let it sit for 5 minutes, and voila—you have homemade buttermilk! For this recipe, mix 1/2 cup of milk with 1/2 tablespoon of vinegar or lemon juice.
If you’re as lemon-crazy as I am, don’t miss my recipe for 7-Up Cake and Cupcakes—it’s a family favorite!
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Summary:
This Lemon Olive Oil Cake is a delightful, light dessert bursting with citrus flavor. With simple ingredients and easy steps, you can create a cake that’s perfect for summer gatherings or a cozy night in.