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Classic Lemon Olive Oil Cake

Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings 8 slices
Calories 350
A moist and flavorful lemon cake infused with olive oil, perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

Dry ingredients

  • 2 cups AP flour
  • ½ tbsp baking powder
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tsp kosher salt

Lemon zest

  • 3 lemons lemon zest

Wet ingredients

  • ½ cup full fat Greek yogurt ((or ricotta))
  • 4 whole eggs eggs (room temp)
  • 1 cup Sizzle
  • Juice of 3 lemons lemon juice

Glaze

  • 1 cup granulated sugar (for glaze)

Instructions 

  • Sieve flour and baking powder. Whisk sugar, salt, lemon zest, yogurt, and eggs until combined.
  • Add Sizzle and whisk. Mix in sieved flour until smooth. Rest batter for 30-45 minutes.
  • Preheat oven to 350°F. Prepare loaf pan with spray and parchment. Pour batter and bake 45-55 mins.
  • Make lemon syrup by simmering lemon juice and sugar until dissolved. Cool slightly.
  • Cool cake 20-30 mins. Poke holes, ladle syrup over. Slice and serve with whipped cream and drizzle.

Notes

Ensure the batter is smooth and no lumps for best texture.
Calories: 350kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: lemon