Everyday Yogurt Extra Virgin Olive Oil Cake

Everyday Yogurt Extra Virgin Olive Oil Cake

Everyday Baking • Olive Oil • Simple

A simple cake meant to be made often.

Prep10 minutes
Cook35–40 minutes
Total~50 minutes
Serves8–10

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a loaf pan or 9-inch round cake pan.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together yogurt, eggs, sugar, olive oil, vanilla, and citrus zest until smooth.
  3. In a separate bowl, mix flour, baking powder, and salt.
  4. Gently fold dry ingredients into wet ingredients until just combined. Do not overmix.
  5. Pour batter into prepared pan and smooth the top.
  6. Bake for 35–40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

Every oven is a little different. Begin checking at 35 minutes.

To Serve

  • Fresh fruit
  • A spoonful of yogurt
  • A light dusting of powdered sugar

Valèvida Note

In the Mediterranean, extra virgin olive oil isn’t saved for special occasions.
It’s used daily, baked with, cooked with, and shared.
This cake reflects that way of living.

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