Ingredients
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Makes one 9-inch cake
- 2 cups (258 grams) of all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons (10 grams) of baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- Freshly grated zest of 2 oranges
- 2 large eggs, at room temperature
- 1/2 cup (160 grams) of honey
- 1/2 cup (125ml / 90 grams) good quality olive oil
- Juice of 2 oranges (100ml), freshly squeezed
- 1/2 cup (125ml / 120 grams) whole fat plain yogurt
- Confectioners’ sugar, to dust the cake
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350ºF. Coat the sides and bottom of a 9-inch spring form pan cooking spray (or parchment paper), and set aside.
- In a large bowl (or stand mixer), whisk (or use an electric mixer) to combine the eggs, honey, olive oil, yogurt, orange juice, and zest. Mix together until well blended.
- Sift in flour, salt, and baking soda.
- Spoon the batter into the prepared pan. Bake for 30-35 minutes, until the edges are deep golden and a metal skewer inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Transfer the pan to a wire rack and let it cool completely. Before serving, dust with the Confectioners’ sugar, if desired.
Notes
Storage
- The cake will keep airtight at room temp for 1 week.
- Prep Time: 10 min
- Cook Time: 30-35 min
- Category: Sweet/ Dessert
- Method: Italian
- Cuisine: Italian