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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 made 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

Instructions 

  • Mix dry ingredients and set aside.
  • Whisk sugar, salt, lemon zest, yogurt, and eggs until combined. Add Sizzle and mix well.
  • Combine wet and dry, mix until smooth. Rest batter for 30-45 minutes.
  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Pour batter into prepared loaf pan and bake 45-55 mins.
  • Make lemon syrup by heating lemon juice and sugar until simmering. Cool slightly.
  • Cool cake, poke holes, and ladle syrup over. Slice and serve with whipped cream.

Notes

Ensure batter rests for optimal texture and flavor.
Calories: 350kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: lemon