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Citrus Olive Oil Cake with Honey and Figs
A moist and flavorful cake infused with citrus zest, drizzled with honey, and garnished with figs and pistachios for a delightful treat.
Ingredients
Dry ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups all purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Wet ingredients
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons finely grated orange, lemon, or grapefruit zest
- 2 large eggs
- 3/4 cup milk
- 1/2 cup mild-flavoured olive oil
For topping
- 1 cup whipping cream
- 1/3 cup honey
Garnish (optional)
- Pistachios for garnish Pistachios for garnish ((optional))
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a cake pan.
- In a bowl, whisk together dry ingredients: flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, beat sugar, citrus zest, eggs, milk, and olive oil until smooth.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to wet mixture, mixing until just combined. Pour into prepared pan.
- Bake for 45 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Let cool.
- Whip cream and fold in honey. Spread over cooled cake and garnish with pistachios if desired.
Notes
Use fresh figs for best flavor and garnish with chopped pistachios for added texture.