Chocolate Olive Oil Cake
Experience the delightful fusion of rich chocolate and fruity olive oil with this Chocolate Olive Oil Cake. Moist and decadent, it offers a unique flavor profile that’s both indulgent and surprisingly light. Perfect for celebrations, cozy gatherings, or as a sweet pick-me-up, this cake is bound to create lasting memories with every bite.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 12 slices 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- 1 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 3 large eggs
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- ½ tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease an 8-inch round cake pan and line with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, beat eggs and vanilla. Gradually whisk in olive oil until smooth.
- Gently fold the wet ingredients into the dry mixture until just combined; do not overmix.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool for 10 minutes in the pan before transferring to a wire rack. Serve plain or with a drizzle of olive oil and a sprinkle of sea salt.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (85g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 50mg