{"id":2073302,"date":"2024-12-17T09:19:20","date_gmt":"2024-12-17T15:19:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/?post_type=recipe&#038;p=2073302"},"modified":"2024-12-17T09:19:20","modified_gmt":"2024-12-17T15:19:20","slug":"orange-olive-oil-cake","status":"publish","type":"recipe","link":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/orange-olive-oil-cake\/","title":{"rendered":"Orange Olive Oil Cake"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>A few years ago, two friends from my culinary school days came to visit me for the weekend. In preparation for my house guests, I deep cleaned, bought fresh flowers and baked an orange olive oil cake.<\/p>\n<p>While my friends were still a few hours away, I decided that no one would mind if I tried a slice of the cake. Quality control, right? Well, that was a huge mistake, because I fell in love.<\/p>\n<p>The cake was tender and soft, the presence of orange was playful and bright with the fruity olive oil, and there was just enough sugar to impart a hint of sweetness without a full-blown sugar rush\u2014the marker of a true snacking cake. One slice turned into two, three, four. Before I knew it, half the cake was gone. And then my friends showed up.<\/p>\n<p>I told them what happened. They laughed, then grabbed two forks and tried the cake for themselves. Laughter turned into shock, and I was jokingly berated all weekend for barely saving them \u201cthe best cake in existence.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Every reunion weekend after that, my friends have requested the cake\u2014with no slices taken out beforehand. And, yes, I learned my lesson: Always bake a double batch of this orange olive oil cake recipe. One for them, one for me.<\/p>\n<h2>Ingredients for Orange Olive Oil Cake<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Eggs:<\/strong> You\u2019ll need two large eggs to help bind the cake.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Sugar:<\/strong> Granulated sugar sweetens the cake. Even if you&#8217;re in a pinch, don\u2019t sub in brown sugar. The molasses flavor of brown sugar won\u2019t mingle well with the orange and olive oil.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Extra virgin olive oil:<\/strong> Splurge on the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/article\/best-olive-oil-brands\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/article\/best-olive-oil-brands\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">best olive oil<\/a> since it\u2019s a key ingredient in this orange olive oil cake recipe. Look for something fruity, floral, delicate and mild; stay away from any bold and spicy olive oils.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Milk:<\/strong> We recommend 2% milk, but you can use any type of milk or cream for this olive oil orange cake. You could even substitute a thin yogurt for the milk!<\/li>\n<li><strong>Oranges:<\/strong> Grate the orange first, then squeeze out the juices. It\u2019s much easier to zest an intact orange than a juiced one.<\/li>\n<li><strong>All-purpose flour:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/article\/how-to-measure-flour-the-right-way\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/article\/how-to-measure-flour-the-right-way\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">Measure your flour the right way<\/a> so you don\u2019t accidentally pack in too much. Too much flour can create a dense cake rather than a tender and soft one.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Baking powder:<\/strong> We want to fluff up the cake only\u00a0a tiny bit with 1 teaspoon baking powder.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Confectioners\u2019 sugar:<\/strong> This olive oil orange cake is ever so slightly sweetened\u2014there is certainly no thick frosting. Instead, we lightly dust the cake with confectioners\u2019 sugar for a touch of sweetness and a pretty presentation.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Directions<\/h2>\n<h3>Step 1: Beat the wet ingredients<\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-2090357\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Orange-Olive-Oil-Cake-TOHcom24_278308_DR_11_22_01b.jpg?fit=700%2C1024\" alt=\"In a large bowl, beat eggs on high speed 3 minutes\" width=\"700\" height=\"1024\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><span class=\"credits-overlay\"><span class=\"image-credit noskim\">DAN ROBERTS FOR TASTE OF HOME<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p>Preheat your oven to 350\u00b0F and line a greased 8-inch round baking pan with parchment. In a large bowl, use a hand mixer or stand mixer to beat the eggs on high speed for three minutes.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-2090350\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Orange-Olive-Oil-Cake-TOHcom24_278308_DR_11_22_03b.jpg?fit=700%2C1024\" alt=\"Gradually add sugar, beating until thickened\" width=\"700\" height=\"1024\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><span class=\"credits-overlay\"><span class=\"image-credit noskim\">DAN ROBERTS FOR TASTE OF HOME<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p>Gradually add the granulated sugar, beating until the mixture has thickened.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-2090352\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Orange-Olive-Oil-Cake-TOHcom24_278308_DR_11_22_05b.jpg?fit=700%2C1024\" alt=\"Beat in milk, orange zest and orange juice\" width=\"700\" height=\"1024\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><span class=\"credits-overlay\"><span class=\"image-credit noskim\">DAN ROBERTS FOR TASTE OF HOME<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p>Gradually beat in the olive oil, then beat in the milk, orange zest and orange juice until combined.<\/p>\n<h3>Step 2: Add the dry ingredients<\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-2090345\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Orange-Olive-Oil-Cake-TOHcom24_278308_DR_11_22_07b.jpg?fit=700%2C1024\" alt=\"In another bowl, whisk flour, baking powder and salt\" width=\"700\" height=\"1024\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><span class=\"credits-overlay\"><span class=\"image-credit noskim\">DAN ROBERTS FOR TASTE OF HOME<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p>In another bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder and salt.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-2090354\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Orange-Olive-Oil-Cake-TOHcom24_278308_DR_11_22_19b.jpg?fit=700%2C1024\" alt=\"In another bowl, whisk flour, baking powder and salt fold into egg mixture\" width=\"700\" height=\"1024\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><span class=\"credits-overlay\"><span class=\"image-credit noskim\">DAN ROBERTS FOR TASTE OF HOME<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p>Fold the flour mixture into the egg mixture just until combined.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-2090348\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Orange-Olive-Oil-Cake-TOHcom24_278308_DR_11_22_09b.jpg?fit=700%2C1024\" alt=\"Transfer batter to prepared pan, spreading evenly\" width=\"700\" height=\"1024\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><span class=\"credits-overlay\"><span class=\"image-credit noskim\">DAN ROBERTS FOR TASTE OF HOME<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p>Pour the batter into the prepared pan, and use a mini offset spatula, a butter knife or the back of a spoon to spread the batter evenly.<\/p>\n<h3>Step 3: Bake the cake<\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-2090353\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Orange-Olive-Oil-Cake-TOHcom24_278308_DR_11_22_23b.jpg?fit=700%2C1024\" alt=\"Sugar sprinkled on Orange Olive Oil Cake\" width=\"700\" height=\"1024\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><span class=\"credits-overlay\"><span class=\"image-credit noskim\">DAN ROBERTS FOR TASTE OF HOME<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p>Bake the olive oil cake with orange until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, 30 to 35 minutes. Cool the cake completely to room temperature in the pan. Then, take the cake out of the pan and remove the parchment.<\/p>\n<h3>Step 4: Serve the olive oil orange cake<\/h3>\n<p>Dust the cake with confectioners&#8217; sugar and cut slices for serving. Enjoy!<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-2090356\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Orange-Olive-Oil-Cake-TOHcom24_278308_DR_11_22_24b.jpg?fit=700%2C1024\" alt=\"Orange Olive Oil Cake served in a plate with sugar sprinkled with orange slices on top\" width=\"700\" height=\"1024\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><span class=\"credits-overlay\"><span class=\"image-credit noskim\">DAN ROBERTS FOR TASTE OF HOME<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<h2>Recipe Variations<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Swap the citrus:<\/strong> Instead of orange, use lemon or grapefruit. Keep in mind, though, that those two citrus fruits are a bit more sour than an orange.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Add a dash of cardamom:<\/strong> Orange and cardamom are a gorgeous flavor match. Sprinkle 1\/2 teaspoon cardamom into the batter for a piney, warming flavor in the cake.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Finish with a glaze:<\/strong> Mix 1 cup confectioners\u2019 sugar and just enough orange juice to reach your desired glaze consistency. Pour the glaze all over the room-temperature cake.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>How to Store Orange Olive Oil Cake<\/h2>\n<p>Once your orange olive oil cake recipe has cooled to room temperature, you can either cover it with storage wrap or place it in an airtight container. I prefer to keep mine at room temperature, and it\u2019ll stay fresh for up to three days. You could extend its shelf life, though, and store the cake in the fridge for up to five days.<\/p>\n<h3>Can you freeze orange olive oil cake?<\/h3>\n<p>Yes, you can freeze this cake. Once it has cooled completely to room temperature, wrap it tightly in a layer of storage wrap, followed by a layer of aluminum foil. Or, transfer the cake to an airtight container. This cake can be kept frozen for up to two months. Thaw it overnight in the fridge or for an hour at room temperature.<\/p>\n<h2>Orange Olive Oil Cake Tips<\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-2090366\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Orange-Olive-Oil-Cake-TOHcom24_278308_DR_11_22_25b_1.jpg?fit=700%2C1024\" alt=\"Orange Olive Oil Cake slices served in a plate with sugar sprinkled with orange slices on top\" width=\"700\" height=\"1024\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><span class=\"credits-overlay\"><span class=\"image-credit noskim\">DAN ROBERTS FOR TASTE OF HOME<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<h3>What should I serve with orange olive oil cake?<\/h3>\n<p>You can serve your cake with confectioners\u2019 sugar, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/sweetened-whipped-cream\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/sweetened-whipped-cream\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">sweetened whipped cream<\/a> (homemade is best), fresh berries and vanilla yogurt. I love to take the cake up a notch and serve it with supreme-cut oranges. To do this, shave off the orange peel using a sharp chef&#8217;s knife until the flesh is exposed, then use the chef&#8217;s knife to cut out orange segments while the orange is still intact. You\u2019ll be left with orange segments that don\u2019t have the white film or the skin on them. It\u2019s a professional-looking decoration!<\/p>\n<h3>Why use olive oil in a cake?<\/h3>\n<p>There are several different reasons to use olive oil in cakes and other baked goods. Personally, my top reason is to introduce all those nuanced flavors that olive oil can hold, building fruity, floral notes in the cake. Bakers also like to use olive oil in cakes as a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/collection\/healthy-butter-substitutes\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/collection\/healthy-butter-substitutes\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">healthy butter substitute<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h3>Can I bake orange olive oil cake in a different pan?<\/h3>\n<p>Absolutely! You can bake this olive oil orange cake in an 8-inch square pan or a 9-inch round baking pan. However, with either of these, the cake will be a little thinner since it has more surface area to cover, so it may be ready a few minutes earlier.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Our orange olive oil cake recipe makes a simple yet flavorful snacking cake that everyone will love. In my house, I always have to bake a double batch.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":7955,"featured_media":2090140,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"ep_exclude_from_search":false},"tags":[304032,303971,304158,303984,305744,304288,305487,307104,303966,303887,306848,304268,304072,307206,324623,304150,303883],"categories-v2":[308623,308500,310461,309438,308513,311389,308988,308481,259620,310796,310155,308495,308478,309603,259483,308669,310257,309177,309434,308476],"coauthors":[342012],"recommended_recipes":[{"post_title":"Lemon Orange Cake","post_link":"\/recipes\/lemon-orange-cake\/","post_image":"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/exps421_5SD153598C11_05_6b.jpg"},{"post_title":"Lemon Olive Oil Cake","post_link":"\/recipes\/lemon-olive-oil-cake\/","post_image":"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Lemon-Olive-Oil-Cake_EXPS_Bake25_251347_MD_P2_12_03_14b.jpg"},{"post_title":"Orange 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In my house, I always have to bake a double batch.","recipeIngredient":["2 large eggs","2\/3 cup sugar","1\/2 cup extra virgin olive oil","1\/3 cup 2% milk","1 tablespoon grated orange zest","3 tablespoons orange juice","1 cup all-purpose flour","1 teaspoon baking powder","1\/4 teaspoon salt","Confectioners' sugar"],"recipeInstructions":[{"@type":"HowToStep","name":"Beat the wet ingredients","text":"Preheat your oven to 350\u00b0F and line a greased 8-inch round baking pan with parchment. In a large bowl, use a hand mixer or stand mixer to beat the eggs on high speed for three minutes. Gradually add the granulated sugar, beating until the mixture has thickened. Gradually beat in the olive oil, then beat in the milk, orange zest and orange juice until combined.","image":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Orange-Olive-Oil-Cake-TOHcom24_278308_DR_11_22_01b.jpg?fit=700,1024"},{"@type":"HowToStep","name":"Add the dry ingredients","text":"In another bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder and salt. Fold the flour mixture into the egg mixture just until combined. Pour the batter into the prepared pan, and use a mini offset spatula, a butter knife or the back of a spoon to spread the batter evenly.","image":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Orange-Olive-Oil-Cake-TOHcom24_278308_DR_11_22_07b.jpg?fit=700,1024"},{"@type":"HowToStep","name":"Bake the cake","text":"Bake the olive oil cake with orange until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, 30 to 35 minutes. Cool the cake completely to room temperature in the pan. Then, take the cake out of the pan and remove the parchment.","image":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Orange-Olive-Oil-Cake-TOHcom24_278308_DR_11_22_23b.jpg?fit=700,1024"},{"@type":"HowToStep","name":"Serve the olive oil orange cake","text":"Dust the cake with confectioners' sugar and cut slices for serving. Enjoy!","image":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Orange-Olive-Oil-Cake-TOHcom24_278308_DR_11_22_24b.jpg?fit=700,1024"}],"recipeYield":"10 servings","author":[{"@type":"Person","name":"Val Goodrich"}],"nutrition":{"@type":"NutritionInformation","calories":" 214 calories","fatContent":"12g fat (2g saturated fat)","cholesterolContent":"38mg cholesterol","sodiumContent":"126mg sodium","carbohydrateContent":"24g carbohydrate (14g sugars","fiberContent":"0 fiber)","proteinContent":"3g protein."},"aggregateRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"AggregateRating","ratingValue":5,"reviewCount":6,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5},"review":[{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2025-02-20","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"Dee423"},"reviewBody":"<p>This cake was excellent and very moist!  I will definitely be making again.  The orange flavor was refreshing.  Thank you for the recipe!  <\/p>","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2025-03-28","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"Kim0560"},"reviewBody":"<p>This is absolutely delicious!  And I added the glaze.  Definitely will make this again!<\/p>","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2025-02-02","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"MaryAnn710"},"reviewBody":"<p>Like another baker, I made a big mistake but it still turned out GREAT!!!. I followed the directions exactly but realized as I went through the checklist to make sure I hadn't forgotten an Ingredient, that I had added 1\/2 cup of orange juice, rather than 3 T!  However, it still cooked within 35 minutes and it was very tasty.  It may have been a bit more orange-flavored, but it was excellent, light and moist.  I'll definitely make it again....and I may include the extra orange juice.  I think my husband would have preferred the orange glaze topping someone else suggested....so I might top it with that next time. : )<\/p>","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2025-04-04","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"Kim9555"},"reviewBody":"<p>Excellent, excellent cake! OMG it's so good! Citrus-y, moist, and super easy to make too. I had a bunch of oranges to use up, so I doubled the cake recipe to use them up. I baked the doubled recipe in a 10 cup Bundt pan (and it was almost too much batter for it, but it didn't overflow!), and it took about 60 minutes to bake. I also added a touch of lemon zest and juice to boost the orange flavor. It came out beautiful! Plus, this cake stay moist for DAYS! It's been on my kitchen counter for about 3 days now; and you'd never know it! It's as soft and delicious (maybe even more so!) as the day I baked it. An absolute winner of a recipe! Thank you!<\/p>","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2024-12-30","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"Ervin951"},"reviewBody":"<p>It's not a super sweet cake but it doesn't have to be. Because it's packed with flavor. It was super moist. The only thing that would have made it better would have been an olive oil with more flowers notes.<\/p><p><\/p><p>Couple of Notes: Don't over whip the batter. For me it took me 2 oranges for the zest and juice. Check it at the minimum bake time. It was done right away. I greased my pan because it wasn't non-stick. Even then it stuck on one side.<\/p>","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2024-12-24","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"Pam5503"},"reviewBody":"<p>Made this last night, and even with a mistake, it came out delicious! I used a 6.5\" cake pan for a taller cake, combined navel and mandarin orange zest and juice, added a teaspoon of orange extract, and used 365 organic almond milk, which is where the mistake was -- I put the cake batter in the oven, then realized a minute later that the milk was on top of the fridge. I pulled the pan out, added the milk and stirred it right there, put it back in, and crossed my fingers. After I took it out to rest, I made a simple icing of the remaining orange juice and powdered sugar to taste (brought to a simmer and cooled). I iced it and dusted it with more powdered sugar. I wouldn't have blamed anyone if it came out a disaster, but, No! The flavor was decidedly orange but not overpowering, the texture and chew were perfect, and the taste was buttery even though no butter was involved. Will do this cake again for sure. Thank you!<\/p>","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}}]},"video":{"data":{"status":204},"message":"No shortcode found in recipe"},"rms_legacy_id":"278308","romance_copy_dek":"Our orange olive oil cake recipe makes a simple yet flavorful snacking cake that everyone will love. 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